Oh no! I know the pair of you are big animal lovers.
Will keep my fingers crossed for this poor kitty...but I'm sure you know elderly pets of elderly ill (in this case absent...through no ones' fault I hasten to add) owners, often decide to give up.
It's sad but does happen . My hubbie's Uncle died and his cat wasn't even old but stopped eating and faded away.
I really hope this kitty recovers.
Linda
xx