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Cat constipation is a very common problem!Constipation means that your cat is having difficulty to pass faeces, if it can do so at all. This is usually because, for whatever reason, the faeces have remained in the bowel for too long. The bowel reabsorbs moisture from the faeces, and so the longer it stays there, the drier and harder it becomes, making it even more difficult to pass from the body. What causes cat constipation?There are many possible reasons why you may have a constipated cat. These can include:
How do I know if I have a constipated cat?If your cat goes to the toilet outdoors then it may be difficult for you to spot the tell-tale signs of cat constipation. If you do suspect your cat is having problems, then keep them indoors with a litter tray for a couple of days so you can better monitor how they are getting on.The signs of cat constipation to watch out for are:Your cat passes hard dry faeces in very small amounts, if they can pass any at all.Your cat keeps straining to go to the toilet, and possibly shows signs of pain as they do. This can be confused with episodes of cystitis where the cat keeps straining to pass urine. Sometimes very liquid faeces can be passed and this may be confused with diarrhea. This happens when the bulk of faeces has formed a 'plug' that the cat cannot pass. This irritates the bowel and more liquid faeces and mucus pass around the hard mass. The cats abdomen may be distended and tense, and they may appear to be in discomfort. They show a loss of appetite.
If your cat becomes lethargic and weak or starts to vomit, then please
get your cat to the vet as soon as possible, as the condition is developing
into a medical emergency.
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They may need to give the cat some laxatives, of which there are many kinds. Another option is for an enema, and this usually requires sedation or to be done under anaesthetic.
The vet may need to put your cat on a drip to replace fluids if they have become dehydrated.
In severe and rarer cases surgery may be necessary, and your vet may need to take a biopsy or perform a colonoscopy if the problem is chronic and if it is difficult to diagnose a cause.
Look again at the list of causes we have above to see if their is anything you can change to help prevent this problem arising, and always speak to your vet if you have any concerns regarding your cat health.
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