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bereavement
Our cat, Dulcie, is 12 years old. We've had her since she was a kitten. All that time we've had other cats too, but last Monday, her last remaining companion was put to sleep. At first Dulcie seemed unaffected, but on Thursday she changed completely. She stopped eating and drinking and became withdrawn. All her normal little habits and routines just disappeared in the space of 24 hours. We have tried to keep things normal for her and give her lots of attention, but so far no luck. I wonder if she's grieving, but she didn't really like her last companion, and she's always been very confident and self sufficient. We're at our wits end.
Ravendale
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.It's possible that Dulcie is pining for her friend, but please don't assume this to be the case. Many ailments can affect older cats and cause them to behave in this way - so for your own peace of mind I would suggest a quick visit to the vet in order to rule out any illness. Although it might seem obvious that the loss of her companion is the cause of the problem, it could be a red herring, in which case Dulcie needs veterinary attention.