Will a cat go on a hunger strike to death if it leaves its owner? In a short period of time, the cat will not die immediately due to insufficient diet. However, if a cat continues to lose appetite for some reason, it can lead to weight loss, undernourishment, physical weakness, and ultimately organ failure and death. In addition, being in a state of depression and loneliness for a long time may also lead to increased stress and anxiety in cats, which will affect their physical health.

Therefore, when the owner leaves, he needs to provide the cat with sufficient food and water, and try to leave some familiar items and odors at home to relieve the cat's stress and anxiety. If the owner needs to leave for a long time, you can have friends or family members take care of the cat or send it to a pet hotel or hosting facility.

This is related to the cat's personality. Some cats are usually timid, afraid of life, and are particularly attached to their owners. When they leave their owners, they may go on hunger strikes. If they go on hunger strikes for too long, they will die.

If the cat is usually lively and bold and has strong adaptability to unfamiliar environments, then there will be no hunger strike.

It is recommended that the owner put the cat in a familiar environment when leaving the cat, or prepare toys and supplies familiar to the cat to relieve the cat's tension. You can also use snacks and cans you like to eat to lure it.

If the cat has not eaten for more than two days, it is recommended to take it to the hospital for infusion, supplement nutrition, and prescribe medicines to promote appetite.