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Cat Feels Warm, Looks depressed, tounge out.

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Question
My cat looks like she is tired with eyes wide open and it is night time when she should be up. Got her to drink water from bowl after I held it and tapped on it and said drink a little water. She may not have enough energy to get off the couch and may not feel as thirsty as she is. It is hot to the touch where she lays. Her pupils look dialated. When I shine a light in her eyes they stay dialeted and do not contract. I am concerned she may have a case of poisoning or dehydrated. Have her indoors tonight with air conditioning on mild.

Answer
Hi Todd.  Your cat definitely needs to see a veterinarian ASAP.  She is definitely exhibiting signs of a toxicity or a severe illness.  Your veterinarian will need to do some blood work to find out what exactly is ailing her and treat accordingly.  This definitely sounds like an emergency and immediate veterinary care is required.
Please let me know how she does,
Hilary