Causes of Excessive Cat Poop: How to Handle It

Part 1: Reasons for Excessive Cat Eye Discharge and What to Do About It

1. Cats with Fire in Their Bodies

Cats experiencing a "fire" in their bodies, much like humans, can exhibit similar symptoms. If you notice your cat has an unusually large amount of eye discharge that's easily wiped away with a tissue, it's likely a sign of internal heat. This condition often arises from a cat's overly spicy diet, such as overly salty or greasy cat food, or if they've sneakily consumed highsodium treats. Additionally, feeding your cat human food frequently can contribute to this issue. To address this, consider switching to a cat food formulated to cool the body down. You might also prepare some green bean porridge for them and ensure they consume plenty of fruits and vegetables. It's crucial to encourage your cat to drink more water to flush out toxins from their system.

2. Eye Inflammation in Cats

If your cat's eyes are not only producing excessive eye discharge but also have red conjunctivae and are watery, with the potential to completely obstruct vision, it's a clear sign of eye inflammation.

To treat this, start by cleaning your cat's eyes with an eye wash solution, followed by the application of an antibiotic eye drop, such as Pannocortant. Gently hold your cat's head and drop 3 to 5 drops into the eye, 3 to 5 centimeters away from the upper and lower eyelids. Continue this treatment for 3 to 5 days for noticeable improvement.

3. Viral Infection

If your cat is frequently tearing, has a lot of eye discharge, or even yellowish pus, which can lead to complete closure of the eyes and red, swollen conjunctivae, accompanied by symptoms like coughing, fever, and sneezing with a runny nose, your cat may have contracted the herpes virus.

In such cases, consult a veterinarian to administer antiviral eye drops and oral antiviral medication to boost your cat's immune system. Symptoms should begin to subside within about a week.

Part 2: Encouraging Cats to Drink More Water

1. Regularly change your cat's water and clean their drinking bowl to ensure the water is fresh and clean.

2. Provide your cat with a dedicated water bowl. Cats are curious creatures; they might be tempted to try water if they see you drinking from a cup.

3. Place multiple water bowls in different locations to entice your cat to drink.

4. Consider investing in an automatic water fountain. Cats tend to prefer moving water, and this can be a great way to encourage them to drink.

5. Soak your cat's food in water or prepare fish broth; cats often enjoy these treats and the hydration they provide.

OxyPet Doctor's Tip: Cats are not naturally inclined to drink water. As a pet owner, it's important to monitor your cat's water intake regularly. Ensuring your cat drinks plenty of water can not only prevent internal heat but also help prevent the occurrence of feline idiopathic cystitis.