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Cat vomits several times a day

Causes of cat vomiting: There may be several reasons for cat vomiting, including:

  1. Parasites in the cat's body, dwelling in the gastrointestinal tract, which can easily cause vomiting and diarrhea.
  2. The cat eating dirty or toxic substances, which can also lead to vomiting and may affect liver and kidney function.
  3. The cat suffering from other diseases, such as feline distemper, gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, etc.

Sudden vomiting in cats:

First, understand the reasons for cat vomiting. Common causes include:

  • Overgrooming and forming hairballs
  • Eating too quickly or too much in a short time
  • Sudden change in diet without a gradual transition
  • Intestinal parasites
  • Eating indigestible or toxic foreign objects
  • Various inflammations, kidney or liver diseases, central nervous system diseases

It is recommended to take the cat to the hospital for相应 checks and then proceed with treatment.

Symptoms of internal parasites in cats:

Internal parasite infections severely affect cat health. For example, the common roundworm感染 causes abdominal enlargement, pale mucous membranes, progressive weight loss, reduced appetite, and vomiting. The cat may first experience diarrhea followed by constipation. The sick cat becomes lethargic, growth and development are impaired, and occasional coughing symptoms may occur. Severe roundworm infections can lead to malnutrition and death in kittens. Other internal parasites, such as tapeworms, hookworms, and toxoplasmosis, also pose serious threats to cat health. Pet owners must not be complacent.

How to deworm cats internally:

Usually, cats under one year old require monthly internal and external deworming. Adults can choose to deworm internally every three months and externally every month. Internal deworming usually involves oral medication, such as Heartgard, Stronghold, and Baytril. External deworming mainly involves drops like Revolution and Advocate, which can repel some internal parasites. Whether internal or external deworming, the dosage must be calculated according to the cat's weight.