Relax! Home Solutions for Cat Vomiting Situations

What to Do When Your Cat Suddenly Vomits? As a pet parent, the health of our feline friends is often at the forefront of our concerns. Dealing with a cat that vomits can be quite unsettling. Why does a cat throw up? Is it a normal occurrence or a sign of illness? Do you need to rush to the vet?

It's important to know that vomiting in cats is relatively common, and in many cases, mild episodes can be managed at home without an immediate trip to the vet.

Here are some situations you can observe and handle on your own:

1. Sporadic Vomiting

If your cat has vomited only once or twice and shows no other signs of distress, with normal appetite and energy levels, you can initially hold off on feeding and keep a close watch at home.

2. Eating Indigestible Items

Cats might ingest things like grass, other plants, or food scraps that are hard to digest. If your cat vomits but remains in good spirits, you can monitor the situation at home. During this time, you can offer your pet a dose of pet active probiotics to help regulate their digestive system and promote healthy digestion.

3. Hairball Vomiting

Cats are meticulous groomers and often swallow a lot of hair, which can form hairballs and lead to vomiting. If you notice hairballs in your cat's vomit, you can continue to observe at home and consider giving your cat some cat grass hairball gel to aid in the process.

4. Vomiting Undigested Cat Food

Cats may vomit undigested food if they eat too quickly, consume too much at once, or engage in vigorous activity after eating. This can be managed at home as well, by ensuring you feed your cat appropriately and limit their portions.

However, be alert for these signs that indicate a more serious issue:

Firstly, if your cat is vomiting frequently, it may be necessary to consider a period of fasting and medication.

① Fast your cat for 68 hours to reduce stomach irritation. During this time, you can offer a small amount of glucose saline to keep them hydrated and prevent dehydration.

② After fasting, if the vomiting stops, you can administer a dose of Pepcid (cimetidine tablets) and Smecta (neomycin sulfate tablets) to help suppress vomiting and alleviate intestinal inflammation. Follow this with pet active probiotics to restore gut flora after 12 hours.

③ If your cat's vomiting improves after medication, you can gradually reintroduce food in small, frequent meals, focusing on easily digestible wet food, such as softened kibble soaked in water, pumpkin porridge, millet porridge, or chicken breast rice porridge.

Secondly, if your cat is vomiting frequently and exhibits other symptoms like fever, loss of appetite, lethargy, or diarrhea, and these symptoms do not improve with treatment, it's crucial to seek veterinary care immediately!