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How long can stray cats go without eating?

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All cats stray or not need to eat regularly. A cat who does not eat for 64 to 72 hours or so is at risk of fatty liver disease, which can kill the cat if left untreated. Without water, a cat will die within a few days. Most cats if they are hungry enough will start to hunt for food, but it's not easy. read more

All cats stray or not need to eat regularly. A cat who does not eat for 64 to 72 hours or so is at risk of fatty liver disease, which can kill the cat if left untreated. Without water, a cat will die within a few days. Most cats if they are hungry enough will start to hunt for food, but it’s not easy. Stray cats have very hard and very short lives. read more

How long can a cat go without eating – The Horrible Truth. Like most animals, a cat needs water to survive. The cells in a cat’s body needs water to function, with out it they would not be able to live for more than a few days. To exacerbate the issue, cats get a high proportion of their water from the food that they eat. read more

In response to your question, a cat without any food can go for weeks without dying. Certainly, that will depend on the health status and fat. But, overall they can go for at least 2-3 weeks without any food. Outdoor cats (strays) usually are very good hunters and tend to eat mice, rats, birds, squirrels, etc. read more

However, the average length a cat can go without eating before the disease can become fatal is 2 to 10 days. If a vet suspects that your cat has HL, they will measure the liver enzymes as these will be increased if the cat has the disease. read more

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