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How to Treat Hairball Syndrome in Cats

The fastest way to treat hairball syndrome in cats is to give them some hair removal gel, which contains catnip and various plant essences. These ingredients can effectively help cats digest the hairballs in their stomachs and excrete them healthily. In addition, you can also feed your cat some pet-specific probiotics, which can help regulate their intestines, improve the intestinal environment, and alleviate symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite caused by hairball syndrome. If this method does not work, it is recommended to take the cat to the pet hospital as soon as possible for surgery to remove the hairballs.

To completely treat hairball syndrome in cats, daily care is also necessary. Here are a few specific care methods:

  1. Adjust your cat's diet

In your cat's daily diet, try to feed them hairball-reducing cat food and avoid giving them too much high-protein food. You can also increase your cat's intake of vitamins and fiber, which are beneficial to their health.

  1. Regularly feed your cat hair removal gel or catnip

Hair removal gel and catnip can help cats excrete hairballs and prevent hairball syndrome. However, note that the daily intake of hair removal gel should not be too high.

If your cat has hairball issues, it is recommended to feed them once a day for about a week. For regular health care, feed them 2-3 times a week.

  1. Groom your cat frequently

Cats love to keep themselves clean and often lick their fur, easily swallowing loose hairs. To completely improve your cat's hairball syndrome, groom them regularly to help replace their fur. This way, when they clean themselves, they will not ingest too much hair.