Why Is My Cat Vomiting?

Contrary to popular opinion, cats don’t vomit without reason. In fact, frequent vomiting can be a sign of underlying health problems. In this guide, we will discuss the symptoms, causes, and natural treatments for vomiting in cats.

Symptoms:

The most obvious symptom of vomiting in cats is the act of regurgitating food or liquid. Other symptoms may include:

• Lethargy
• Loss of appetite
• Weight loss
• Dehydration
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain

Causes:

There are many potential causes of vomiting in cats, including:

• Hairballs: Cats groom themselves regularly, and this can result in the buildup of hair in their stomachs. When the hairball becomes too large, it can cause vomiting.
• Poor quality foods: Foods containing grains, starches, preservatives and additives can upset a cat’s digestive system and cause them to vomit.
• Dietary issues: If a cat eats too quickly, eats too much, or eats something they shouldn’t, it can result in vomiting.
• Infections: Gastrointestinal infections can cause vomiting in cats.
• Inflammatory bowel disease: This condition causes inflammation of the intestinal tract and can result in vomiting and diarrhea.
• Kidney disease: Cats with kidney disease may vomit due to a buildup of toxins in their system.
• Liver disease: Liver disease can cause vomiting due to a buildup of bile.
• Pancreatitis: This condition causes inflammation of the pancreas, which can result in vomiting.

Natural Treatments:

If your cat is vomiting, there are several natural treatments that may help alleviate the symptoms.

1. Fasting: If your cat has been vomiting, fasting for 10-14 hours can help give their stomach a break and reduce inflammation.
2. Digestive enzymes: These enzymes can help your cat break down and better digest their food.
3. Probiotics: Probiotics can help restore balance to your cat’s digestive system and reduce inflammation.
4. Slippery elm: This herb can help soothe the digestive tract and reduce inflammation.
5. Bone broth: Bone broth is rich in nutrients and can help rehydrate your cat if they are dehydrated.

Prevention:

There are several things you can do to help prevent vomiting in your cat, including:

• Feeding your cat smaller, more frequent meals
• Feeding your cat a high-quality diet
• Providing plenty of fresh water
• Keeping your cat’s environment stress-free
• Regularly grooming your cat to prevent hairballs