Not eating, or not themselves? Seen today
A pet who has stopped eating or is just not acting like themselves can be hard to describe, but it is worth acting on. Bloodwork usually shows the cause.
Mon–Sat, 9 AM–8:30 PM · Tue to 6 PM
When to stop waiting
Come in if something doesn’t seem right
You know your pet’s normal behavior. If they are acting differently, even without an obvious symptom, it is reasonable to have them examined. Cats are masters at hiding pain and illness. Hiding, becoming less social, sleeping in unusual places, or simply acting differently may be an early sign that something is wrong.
- A cat has not eaten for 24 hours
- A dog has not eaten for 24 hours or is refusing favorite foods
- They are hiding, unusually quiet, weak, or sleeping much more than normal
- They are drinking or urinating noticeably more than usual
- They are losing weight without an obvious reason
- They are older or have an existing medical condition
- They are taking medication and their behavior, appetite, or energy level has changed
- You simply feel that something is not right
Seek emergency veterinary care immediately for collapse, difficulty breathing, pale or blue gums, a swollen or bloated abdomen, repeated unproductive vomiting, severe bleeding, seizures, or a cat repeatedly straining to urinate or unable to pass urine.
What we do here
We examine your pet, then test to find the cause
Losing appetite can be a sign of almost any illness. Bloodwork helps narrow down the cause in one visit.
- A full physical examination, including the mouth — dental pain is a common cause
- Bloodwork read in our in-house laboratory during the visit
- Ultrasound and digital X-ray on site if the exam points to a problem in the belly
- Only the tests needed to find the cause
What to expect
We can usually give you an answer the same day
Walk in
No appointment needed. Patients are seen in order of medical urgency.
Exam and bloodwork
Laboratory testing is available in-house.
Plan and estimate
You hear what we found and what it costs before we proceed.
Cats who stop eating
Why a cat should not wait
A cat that stops eating can become seriously ill quickly.
Cats that stop eating can develop serious complications, including hepatic lipidosis — contact us promptly if your cat is not eating. Kidney disease, thyroid disease, dental pain and urinary blockage can all show up as a cat who has gone quiet and stopped eating. See senior cat care.
Which visit is this?
Choose the Right Care for Your Pet
From routine wellness to urgent and emergency care, it all happens under one roof at 6937 Warner Avenue. The difference is how quickly your pet needs to be seen.
Emergency Care
Open now · until 8:30 PM
Come in now — call on the way if you can.
For potentially life-threatening conditions. No appointment needed.
Difficulty breathing · collapse · severe bleeding · suspected poisoning · a swollen or bloated abdomen · seizures · inability to urinate
Calling on the way allows our veterinary team to prepare for your pet’s arrival.
Urgent Care
Same-day care · Walk-ins welcome
When your pet needs to be seen today.
For problems that should not wait for a routine appointment but are not immediately life-threatening.
Vomiting or diarrhea · limping or pain · ear or eye problems · wounds · decreased appetite · sudden changes in behavior or energy
Wellness & Preventive Care
Appointments available
Keeping healthy pets healthy.
Preventive care and planned medical visits, including wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgery consultations, dermatology, and routine diagnostics.
Not sure which type of care your pet needs? Call us. Tell us what you’re seeing, and our veterinary team can help you determine how quickly your pet should be evaluated.
Common questions
Questions we are asked
My pet is not quite themselves. Should they be seen?
You know your pet's normal behavior. If they are acting differently, even without an obvious symptom, it is reasonable to have them examined.
Why are cats a particular worry?
Cats are masters at hiding pain and illness. Hiding, becoming less social, sleeping in unusual places, or simply acting differently may be an early sign that something is wrong.
When is it an emergency?
Seek emergency veterinary care immediately for collapse, difficulty breathing, pale or blue gums, a swollen or bloated abdomen, repeated unproductive vomiting, severe bleeding, seizures, or a cat repeatedly straining to urinate or unable to pass urine.
Come in, or call us on the way
If your pet needs to be seen, call and tell us what is happening. We will tell you what to do next and get ready for you before you arrive.
- Address
- 6937 Warner Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 - Hours
- Monday – Saturday, 9 AM – 8:30 PM · Tue to 6 PMSunday: closed.
- Phone
- (714) 274-9305