Specific manifestations of gastrointestinal fragility in cats
Cat diarrhea, constipation, bad breath, vomiting, loss of appetite
If there are ≥2 symptoms above, And if it lasts for more than 3 days, the owner will pay attention to it
Because the cat’s stomach is already very fragile at this time!
What causes gastrointestinal problems in cats?
1. Stress response:
Sometimes when there are any sudden changes around, such as moving house; changing food suddenly;
Even if there is a stranger at home; being frightened, etc., may produce a stress response and cause physical discomfort
2. Seasons change:
Weak cats can easily catch cold and irritate their stomachs, causing diarrhea
3. Lactose intolerance and indigestion
4 . Gastroenteritis:
If there are long-term problems such as improper diet and overeating, it can also cause cat gastroenteritis
5. Parasites/viruses Infection:
There are parasites in the body, or the cat is infected with a cold or feline distemper virus. The first symptoms are usually loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, etc.
How to prescribe the right medicine
1. Deworming
First , If the cat has not been dewormed for more than 4 months, it is likely to be diarrhea caused by internal parasites. You can deworm the cat first and then observe the situation.
2. If the cat suddenly develops diarrhea, vomiting, and the body temperature fluctuates.
Owners should be vigilant, this is not a simple gastrointestinal fragility, but a cat plague, and should seek medical treatment as soon as possible.
3. Probiotics
If the possibility of vaccines and feline distemper is ruled out, you can feed some probiotics for cats first. Regulate intestinal flora, help relieve stress diarrhea, and consolidate digestion and absorption.
4. Improve diet
Stomach problems caused by lactose intolerance, indigestion, etc.,
requires daily To improve feeding, try to choose products with pure formula without additives, which can reduce the gastrointestinal burden of cats.
It is necessary to pay attention to the nutritional balance of the cat’s diet, add more water and vitamins, and it is recommended to increase the feeding of liquid food.
What should I do if my cat has a bad stomach? Cats with poor stomach and intestines should go to the hospital for examination and prescribe the right medicine. They should not feed some home remedies to treat cats by themselves.
