Cats will have convulsions, urinary incontinence, and straight legs before dying. These are normal signs of death. Bleeding depends on the location of the bleeding, which is generally related to the disease that caused death. The signs before a cat dies are: 1. Listless and emaciated 2. Increased body temperature, dry nose, and a tendency to drink water 3. Shortness of breath. If a sick cat shows the above symptoms, it may be a sign of death.