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What to feed a cat after vomiting
Cats may vomit for several reasons:
- Parasites in the cat's body, living in the gastrointestinal tract, can easily cause vomiting and diarrhea.
- Cats eating dirty or toxic substances may also vomit, and in severe cases, it may affect their liver and kidney function.
- Cats may have other diseases, such as feline distemper, gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, etc. Vomiting a couple of times is likely a normal phenomenon for cats.
Causes of Cat Vomiting
There are several possible causes of cat vomiting:
- Parasites in the cat's body, living in the gastrointestinal tract, can easily cause vomiting and diarrhea.
- Cats eating dirty or toxic substances may also vomit, and in severe cases, it may affect their liver and kidney function.
- Cats may have other diseases, such as feline distemper, gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, etc. Vomiting a couple of times is likely a normal phenomenon for cats, but if they vomit frequently and have poor vitality, it's time to go to the pet hospital for inspection and treatment.
Symptoms of Cat Gastroenteritis
Cats with gastroenteritis will show symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and lethargy. Some may even have bloody stools. Cats usually contract gastroenteritis by accidentally eating cold, rotten, or spicy foods, which can damage their gastrointestinal tract.
Treatment for Cat Gastroenteritis
Gastroenteritis in cats is characterized by vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy. Treatment for feline gastroenteritis can include fluid therapy and injections. Injections and fluids mainly consist of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs to regulate gastrointestinal flora balance and strengthen the gastrointestinal system. The general treatment time for gastroenteritis in cats is 3-5 days. After recovery, cats can eat some intestinal cans, probiotics, or intestinal cat food to help restore the intestinal tract.