Dealing with Soft Stools Post Cat Deworming: Solutions

Many pet parents often jump to the conclusion that their cat's soft stools or diarrhea are due to parasites, and they immediately administer deworming medication. However, if the cat continues to have diarrhea and soft stools even after the deworming, how should we determine the appropriate treatment?

Firstly, deworming shouldn't be a reaction to diarrhea and soft stools. It should be a regular practice. For adult cats, the first deworming should ideally occur after three months to effectively clear any internal parasites or prevent infections. If you're unsure whether your cat has parasites, examine the feces for white worm eggs or blood in the soft stools, which could indicate a parasitic infestation. In such cases, it's best to take your cat to a veterinary clinic for a fecal examination to determine if there's a parasitic infection. Postdeworming, avoid feeding your cat raw meat, and when your cat is experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort, it's best not to give them meat or canned food. Stick to a highquality cat food and maintain a clean environment to prevent reinfection.

Additionally, when feeding your cat, ensure that the food is fresh and pay attention to what they can and cannot eat. Some cats may have difficulty digesting canned food, which can lead to soft stools. Cats have delicate digestive systems with limited food digestion capabilities, making them prone to soft stools. Changes in cat food, vaccinations, deworming, or a new environment can easily cause stress in cats, leading to diarrhea. In such instances, consider feeding your cat probiotics to help regulate their digestive system.

Lastly, if the above methods do not resolve the issue, it's important to note that normal feces should have an odor. However, if you detect a fishy or bloody smell, it may be a sign of enteritis. It's advisable to take your cat to a vet to check for enteritis and follow the doctor's recommendations for treatment. Cats can't express their discomfort like humans do, so it's crucial for us, as their guardians, to observe carefully and be patient. We hope every cat parent and their little furballs can enjoy a happy and healthy life together.

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