My cat doesnt' eat or drink after dental procedure, is this normal?

My cat had dental surgery on Tuesday, he had his teeth cleaned and 3 teeth pulled. Prior to the surgery he was not eating, he would take 1 bite of his food, hiss, and take off running. The day he came home after the surgery I thought he was going to sleep but was very awake and kept walking around and he did eat a little. Now he is constantly sleeping and he hasn't eaten anything and isn't drinking anything either. I am worried, is all of this normal? I have called the vet and they are supposed to call me back but I need input now!





Thanks for all of your help!

My cat doesnt' eat or drink after dental procedure, is this normal?
He may be sore from the surgery. I assume you are giving him antibiotics, as that is common. You might request some pain medication from your vet. He/she should be able to prescribe some without a visit. The idea of tuna juice or mushed chicken is good, and even baby food. If baby food, any that does not have onions or garlic in it. Baby food has a strong scent, and when cats are not feeling well, sometimes their sense of smell is decreased. If they cannot smell it, they will not eat it.
Reply:It's only been two days, so I wouldn't be too concerned. He has probably been nibbling on some food and water when you don't notice. His jaw/gums/teeth may be slightly sore from the procedure and he should start perking up. He could be sleeping a lot now just from the anesthesia - his body is just metabolizing it slowly.





After having teeth pulled, he is probably on an antibiotic, correct? Which should be given with food. Maybe a little canned to entice him or a little tuna or boiled chicken mashed up to make it easier to eat or maybe even some baby food.





He should be fine real soon, though.
Reply:It will probably take some time b/c the cats mouth will have to heal. Just try to feed it some soft food or something.
Reply:I was once told that after a dental procedure the gums, teeth, and mouth would be sensitive. Especially if teeth were extracted, he might be in uncomfortable, you might need to get some pain medication to make him a bit more comfortable.