What to do if your cat has soft stools

What are the causes of soft stools in cats?

1. Gastroenteritis: As we all know, the cat’s stomach is very fragile. If the cat has gastroenteritis due to changing seasons, changing cat food, eating unclean food, stress reactions, etc. The disease can cause the cat to have diarrhea or soft stools.

2. Parasitic infection: If the owner fails to deworm the cat on time, the cat will have soft stools in the early stage of infection with parasites, and then with the reproduction of the parasites, the stools will become soft. May also translate to diarrhea.

3. Cats with indigestion: If the cat’s diet is irregular or the owner does not follow the principle of “small amount of meals, regular meals”, the cat may suffer from sudden overeating Or too much food can’t be digested, which causes the cat to have soft stools.

4. Bacteria and viruses: When the seasons change, sudden changes in climate and temperature will also increase the risk of cats suffering from some seasonal infectious diseases, resulting in long-term diarrhea, poor spirits and other symptoms.

Solution for soft cat poop

1. The owner can feed the cat with probiotics that regulate the stomach, because Lactobacillus plantarum contained in the probiotic can promote nutrient absorption and improve the cat’s soft stool. After feeding the cat for a period of time, the cat’s soft stool will be natural will disappear.

2. If the reason for the cat’s soft stools is internal parasitic infection, the owner should help the cat to deworm the cat in time, and feed the cat with internal deworming medicine to prevent the growth of parasites and protect the cat. Gut health.

3. If the cat has soft stools caused by indigestion, the owner can choose to replace a cat food suitable for the cat and adjust the cat’s daily diet structure. Remember not to let the cat overeat or eat. Feed foods such as heavy salt and heavy oil.

4. If the cat still has soft stools for a long time after doing the above, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to the veterinary hospital for an examination to see if the cat is suffering from chronic gastroenteritis or other diseases, and then prescribe the right medicine.

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