Help – My cat keeps vomiting
Most cats, even healthy ones, vomit from time to time. Although it can be very distressing if your cat keeps vomiting, this is perfectly natural and does not necessarily mean that there is something serious about your cat. There are several non-serious factors that can cause your cat to vomit.
You may notice that your cat comes back with food shortly after eating it; in fact, it will often appear that it has not been fully digested. Cats will often screw up their food or eat more than their stomach can handle at one time, causing the stomach to reject it. This may be more common in multi-cat households, where cats feel competition for their food. The digestive system of cats is very sensitive and a sudden change in your cat’s food can also cause feline vomiting.
Hairballs are one of the most common causes of feline vomiting. They occur when your cat ingests hair while grooming. Long-haired cats are more prone to hairballs, although all cats can suffer from time to time. You should be able to detect strands of hair in the vomit. Hairballs can be reduced with regular grooming or by adding omega-3 essential fatty acids or fish oils to your cat’s food to allow cat hair to pass through the cat’s digestive tract.
Sometimes your cat may vomit if he has eaten something inappropriate, such as garbage or a poisonous plant. If you suspect that he has ingested something that may be poisonous, such as slug pellets, cleaning fluids, plants, etc., take him to the vet immediately. Feline vomiting can also indicate that your cat has swallowed something that can cause an obstruction, such as a bone or a piece of string. In this case, vomiting may be accompanied by foam or foam around the mouth. Again, take him to the vet if you suspect this.
Cats often eat grass and other plants; this is believed to provide them with fiber in their diets. However, it can also cause vomiting. In this case, the vomit will appear frothy, with the plant matter clearly present.
Other non-serious causes of feline vomiting are stress and nervousness. Elderly cats may vomit more frequently as their bodies begin to wear out and their immune systems weaken.
Feline vomiting can also indicate a more serious problem. It can indicate parasites such as worms; You may be able to see them, which resemble grains of rice or yarn, in your vomit or stool. If you think your cat has parasites, see your vet. Regular deworming can help prevent this.
It can also indicate an infection, such as salmonella, feline leukemia, or a bacterial or viral infection. In this case, vomiting can also be accompanied by diarrhea. Your vet should be able to advise you on treatment.
Certain diseases can also cause feline vomiting, such as liver disease, kidney disease, feline panleukopenia, diabetes, and intestinal disorders.
If you notice symptoms such as blood in your cat’s vomit or other symptoms such as diarrhea, weakness, obvious pain or shortness of breath, or if your cat continues to vomit for more than a couple of days, contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.