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There are several possible causes of cat vomiting, and these questions will help guide your veterinarian in the right direction. Possible reasons why cats throw up can be broken into two categories—gastrointestinal causes and non-gastrointestinal causes.
Why Is My Cat Getting Hairballs? All cats swallow hair as they groom themselves, but why do some have problems with hairballs while others don’t? Fur is not digestible. It’s made mostly of keratin, which isn’t broken down by the acids and enzymes in a cat’s gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Occasional vomiting or acute vomiting (lasting more than 7 days) can often be a normal reflex to hair buildup in the cat’s stomach or as a protective mechanism. Chronic vomiting (persisting more than 3 weeks) is caused by many conditions and diseases.
A cat throwing up yellow liquid may be experiencing bilious vomiting syndrome (BVS) in cats. In this article, Dr. Melissa Boldan explains the symptoms, causes, and treatment for BVS in cats.
Cats are carnivores and cannot digest fibrous grass like cows and horses can, so it does frequently end up in their vomit and stool. But eating grass is actually a very common behavior in cats—even in those who aren’t sick.
A cat vomiting blood is never normal and is always an indication of a greater problem. It’s considered a true medical—and sometimes surgical—emergency. It’s important that your cat is examined and treated right away as prompt diagnosis and treatment can potentially lead to a more favorable outcome.
Bilious vomiting syndrome occurs due to motility problems, when bile abnormally enters into the stomach, causing irritation and vomiting. This reaction is usually seen in the early morning or late night just before eating, especially in cats that are fed once daily. Learn more about the causes and treatment of this condition, below.
Dr. Cathy Meeks explains why your cat might be throwing up, identifying the cause by the type of vomit, and what to do when your cat throws up.
Vomiting ejects contents of the stomach and upper small intestine, while regurgitation ejects contents of the esophagus. Usually, regurgitation occurs just after eating, and the food expelled looks like it hasn’t been digested. Cats will often lower their head and eliminate food from the mouth easily, with no signs of nausea or upset stomach.
Your cat’s eating habits give you some insight into how they’re feeling, so it’s important to pay attention. If your cat’s not eating, you need to find out the cause. Here are some of the more common reasons why a cat won’t eat and some recommendations to get your feline family member back on track.