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My cat throws up after she eats, it is not hairballs, it the actual food she has eaten. What could be the cause of this?
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My cat chews on plants in the house. She is 3 years old and an inside cat and has done this off and on for the last 2 years. Can you help me?
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My cat ate ribbons and is now vomiting. What can I give him to stop vomiting?
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My cat throws up after she eats, it is not hairballs, it the actual food she has eaten. What could be the cause of this?
Your cat is probably regurgitating her food. Regurgitation is the relatively effortless expulsion of undigested food without retching. It should not be confused with vomiting, which is the forceful expulsion of stomach contents. Regurgitated food appears as tubular, undigested food. There could be several reasons for your cat to regurgitate her food. One common reason is eating too much too fast. However it could also occur if there is a blockage of the esophagus or a breakdown in the swallowing mechanism. If your cat regurgitates (or vomits) repeatedly, especially right after meals, take her to your veterinarian for a checkup. He or she might be able to catch a serious problem in its early stages and be able to treat it effectively.
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My cat chews on plants in the house. She is 3 years old and an inside cat and has done this off and on for the last 2 years. Can you help me?
Chewing on houseplants is a common complaint for many cat owners. This behavior can also have serious consequences for the cat. Many houseplants are actually toxic to cats and should be kept out of their reach. In other situations they may tip over a plant and perhaps get injured in the process. Several solutions are possible. First, make sure all your plants are safe for cats. Next try putting plants in places that she cannot reach. Finally, some cats seem to crave green material to eat and creating an indoor cat garden may help alleviate the problem.
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My cat ate ribbons and is now vomiting. What can I give him to stop vomiting?
The ingestion of ribbons and string can cause serious problems in the intestinal tract. Often they cause blockage and obstruction and if left untreated can result in rupture of the intestinal tract. Therefore it is essential that your cat be examined by your veterinarian to determine if a blockage has occurred. At that time your veterinarian can advise you which treatment options are most appropriate.
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