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How can I help my cat with indigestion?
It can be wise to feed a cat a combination of canned and dry food to provide additional moisture to meals. For more serious conditions, your vet may prescribe a highly digestible therapeutic food, such as Hill’s® Prescription Diet® cat food to help soothe and heal the gut.
What are the symptoms of indigestion in cats?
Symptoms of acid reflux in cats include:
- Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
- Decreased appetite.
- Weight loss.
- Pain upon swallowing (noted by vocalization or pawing at the neck)
- Regurgitation of food.
- Salivation.
- Drooling.
- Frequent vomiting.
What can I give my cat to help with digestion?
If there’s nothing new, change to a bland diet such as fresh meat, boiled chicken and possibly some rice or a therapeutic cat food formulated for Gastro Intestinal problems for three to five days, (the therapeutic diet can often be obtained at your veterinarian’s office or at pet supply stores).
How long does cat indigestion last?
With acute gastritis, most cats recover in one to three days with supportive treatment, which includes a short period of withholding food. The prognosis is usually good, even if the primary cause is not identified.
Is Pepto safe for cats?
Similar to Tylenol, both aspirin and Pepto Bismol are highly toxic when used in treating cats. Both medicines contain salicylates which can cause respiratory failure and hyperglycemia.
Can I give my cat yogurt for upset stomach?
They can help boost the immune system, reduce diarrhea (especially in conjunction with stress and antibiotics), and other potential health benefits. Yogurt is usually safe and healthy for cats and dogs to eat – just check the nutrition label to make sure it doesn’t contain a dangerous ingredient like xylitol.
Can you give Pepto Bismol to cats?
Can you give Pepcid to a cat?
Yes, you can use Famotidine for cats. However, the dosage will be very different because of the difference in the sizes of dogs and cats. Please ask your vet for the correct dosage before giving Famotidine for cats.
What is the easiest food for cats to digest?
Sensitive Stomach Canned Cat Food Wet foods are generally recommended for cats with sensitive stomachs. These is because of the higher moisture content, so they’re easier to digest. Also, recipes with novel proteins (like Turkey, Duck, Lamb, etc.) may be easier on your sensitive cat’s belly.
Is catnip good for cats digestion?
Cats can ingest catnip, and it may even be helpful for their digestive tract. The catnip plant has actually been used in people for its antidiarrheal properties. With this said, it is important to prevent your cat from ingesting large amounts of catnip, as this can cause digestive upset.
What can I give my Cat for his upset stomach?
Your vet may prescribe anti-nausea medication, which can be administered orally or via injection. Additional medications, such as antacids, antibiotics, dewormers, probiotics, prokinetics or pain medication may be prescribed, depending on your cat’s needs.
What should I do if my cat has acid reflux?
Most treatment will be done at home. Your veterinarian may advise you to withhold food for one to two days, thereafter following a dietary regimen of low-fat, low-protein meals given in small, frequent feedings.
What causes gastroesophageal reflux in a cat?
Gastroesophageal Reflux in Cats 1 Symptoms and Types. Gastroesophageal reflux can cause esophagitis with varying amounts of damage. 2 Causes. Gastroesophageal reflux may occur when an anesthetic is administered, causing the opening between the stomach and the esophagus (gastroesophageal sphincter) to relax. 3 Diagnosis.
Can a cat have acid reflux and pancreatitis?
Chronic pancreatitis is often related to food sensitivities and presents with a similar history and clinical signs as chronic esophagitis and reflux, except there is no regurge. Gastrointestinal lymphoma, unfortunately, a common cancer in cats, can cause signs identical to IBD, acid reflux in cats, and pancreatitis.