Vomiting in a cat

By itself, vomiting in a cat is not a disease, it is only a symptom of one of many possible health problems. Of course, the most common cause of vomiting -this is a digestive disorder. They can be caused by overeating, a dramatic change in the diet, eating stale foods or completely inedible things. This so-called alimentary causes of vomiting. In this case, vomiting is a protective mechanism that helps to remove harmful substances from the body.

Also, vomiting in a cat can be caused a cluster of wool in the stomach - it is something that is excreted from the body with vomiting. This is not true for all cats, but mostly for long-haired animals, as well as for animals suffering from stomach diseases. Vomiting in a cat can also be a consequence of worm infestations, infectious diseases (including catnip), systemic diseases, gastritis and other gastrointestinal diseases.

If there is an impurity of blood in the vomit, it means that the cat has an injury of the gastrointestinal tract. Scarlet Blood in Vomiting indicates a damage to the upper parts of the digestive tract - the oral cavity, pharynx or esophagus. If the blood brown, coffee-like, then the bleeding occurred in the stomach. It can be caused by damage to the foreign body or systemic disease, up to the tumor.

Vomiting in a cat with white foam means that vomiting occurred on an empty stomach. If it does not repeat itself, then the cat is okay. A vomiting of bile - a sign of anxiety, because in normal bile should not fall into the stomach of the animal. In this case, you need to contact the veterinarian. Even more alarming sign - green vomiting the cat, its cause may be intestinal obstruction, so the veterinarian should be contacted immediately!

So, what if your cat has vomiting? First, assess the condition of the animal after vomiting. How much is the cat active? Did she have an appetite? What is the temperature of the cat? The normal body temperature in a cat is 38-39 ° C. If vomiting in a cat is single, the temperature is normal, the cat retains activity and appetite, then, most likely, it is caused by vomiting with alimentary reasons. In this case, you need to put the cat on a hungry diet for 12-24 hours. Water should be given without restrictions!

And all this time, keep an eye on the condition of the cat. If vomiting in a cat repeats, the cat becomes worse, or you suspect that a cat could swallow an inedible object, you need to contact the vet. Particular attention should be paid to older animals (8 years and older) and kittens to six months. If vomiting continues, you can not give the cat anything, not even water!

If the case is more complicated, vomiting is multiple(more than twice), debilitating (lasts more than a day), there is blood or bile in it, in general, in any cases when the animal's condition inspires fear, you should immediately contact the veterinarian! Self-medication in this case can not be done, wrong actions or inaction can kill the animal!

The doctor will perform a full diagnostic (examination, blood test, ultrasound, x-ray, etc.) and on the basis of this will prescribe the treatment. Regardless of the diagnosis, usually prescribed maintenance treatment, aimed at fighting the dehydration of the body and the loss of electrolytes, which usually accompany vomiting.

Many cases of vomiting can be prevented. Feed the cat only high-quality food, either a good prepared food, or a full balanced "naturalka" in no case do not feed the cat food from your table, it is harmful to her! If you are not sure what you can give your cat, and what not, consult a veterinarian, he will help you choose a diet.

Annually do to the cat vaccinations against infectious diseases, twice a year -. Long-haired cats need regularcomb out, and if necessary give them a special paste that dissolves the wool. Make sure that the cat does not have access to threads and needles, a trash can and toxic substances (including household chemicals). Toys for cats should be large, strong, without small parts made of non-toxic materials.

Once a year, take the cat to the veterinarian for examination, even if it looks perfectly healthy. If your pet is older than ten years - then twice a year. Remember, your pet's health is in your hands!