Cat vomits half-digested cat food

Cat vomits half-digested cat food is considered to be caused by reasons such as expired cat food, indigestion, hairball syndrome, gastroenteritis, feline distemper, food poisoning, etc., and needs to be improved through general treatment, oral medication, and physical therapy. When a cat exhibits these symptoms, it is an abnormal phenomenon, indicating that the body is suffering from a disease. It is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular hospital in a timely manner to undergo a complete physical examination, understand the cause of the disease, and carry out standardized treatment under the guidance of a doctor.

Expired cat food

If a cat accidentally eats expired cat food, it will stimulate the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract, causing vomiting and leading to the regurgitation of half-digested cat food. It is necessary to adjust the diet and not feed the cat with expired cat food, otherwise it will damage the digestive system.

Indigestion

The causes of indigestion include gastrointestinal motility disorders, Helicobacter pylori infection, etc. After the disease occurs, it may cause damage to the gastric mucosa, affecting food absorption and digestion. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal bloating, and discomfort after eating. The cat may vomit half-digested cat food and other foods. Treatment under a doctor's guidance includes taking pet-specific medications to protect the gastric mucosa and promote digestion.

Hairball syndrome

Cats are animals that love cleanliness. During the hair loss period, when they lick their hair, they may swallow fallen hairs, which can form a ball in the gastrointestinal tract. This can affect the intake and digestion of other foods, causing the cat to vomit half-digested cat food and other foods. Treatment includes following the doctor's advice to give the cat a hair removal gel.

Gastroenteritis

If a cat has gastroenteritis, it will cause inflammation of the gastric and intestinal mucosa, with symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhea. After eating cat food, the gastrointestinal tract is stimulated, causing vomiting and undigested cat food or cat food. Treatment includes taking antibiotics and anti-diarrheal medications as directed by the doctor.

Feline distemper

Feline distemper is an acute, highly contagious disease with clinical symptoms such as fever, persistent vomiting, and dehydration. After eating, food is vomited, and the cat cannot eat. Treatment includes taking pain relievers and antibiotics as directed by the doctor.

Food poisoning

Food poisoning is usually caused by eating bacteria-contaminated or toxic food. Symptoms include frequent bowel movements, headaches, and persistent vomiting. After eating cat food or other foods, it will be vomited immediately. Treatment includes following the doctor's advice to induce vomiting and perform gastric lavage.

If the condition continues to worsen and the above treatment has no effect, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in a timely manner, otherwise it is easy to delay the disease.

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