Constipation in cats can be a common occurrence if they have certain diseases such as chronic kidney disease. Even cats who do not have any diseases may experience constipation.
Key Points
- Feline Constipation contains a lot of information about how to recognize and treat constipation in cats
- They also have a list and information on which over-the-counter enemas and suppositories are appropriate for cats
- Tanya’s Comprehensive Guide to Feline Chronic Kidney Disease also contains a lot of information about recognizing and treating constipation in cats
- The site focuses on cats with kidney disease, but the information on the constipation page can be used with all cats
- The Scoop on Poop has a great article on understanding the different varieties of poop and what they mean.
- If your cat becomes constipated regularly, or is likely to become acutely constipated as a side effect of a medication or medical condition then it’s a good idea to have an enema on-hand to use as needed
- If you don’t want to use the “human” variety you can get Pet-Ema for Cats
- Eating a water-rich diet can help to provide enough moisture to prevent mild constipation in cats
- Stool softeners like Lactulose or laxatives like Miralax can be used to treat chronic or acute constipation
- If your cat becomes constipated, treating the constipation as soon as it occurs will give the best chance for a quick recovery
My Favorite Videos
Learn how to palpate your cat’s abdomen and feel if they are constipated.
See the process of giving an enema and how effective it is.
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