Diarrhea in cats is neither a very big deal nor something trivial that can be ignored. It mainly depends on the specific condition of the cat, as only the owner truly knows their own cat best. Here, I share several common causes of cat diarrhea along with corresponding measures. Cat owners are advised to save this information so they can promptly solve diarrhea in their cats, which helps reduce the cat’s suffering.

Sometimes, when cats eat food that is hard to digest or eat too much, their gastrointestinal tract cannot digest it in time, causing diarrhea. First, check the cat’s food to see if it is fresh and if it is all easy-to-digest, absorbable food. When giving food to your cat, observe the cat’s reactions. If the cat rejects a certain food, stop feeding it that food. Of course, picky eating isn’t ideal, so we can look for other nutritional substitutes. Find the food causing diarrhea and then avoid it.

Cats with enteritis or gastritis have inflamed gastrointestinal tracts that cannot properly digest food. At this time, we need to give cats the gentlest, easiest-to-digest food. Enteritis or gastritis cannot be cured instantly; gradually regulate the cat’s gastrointestinal tract. Once the inflammation subsides, the cat can return to normal eating.

When a cat’s intestines are infected with roundworms, coccidia, and others, it accelerates intestinal peristalsis, causing diarrhea. Additionally, cats exposed to cold or frightened can also experience diarrhea. This situation cannot be treated by diet adjustment alone; it requires targeted medication. Feed the cat mild deworming medicine combined with food that helps with digestion and absorption of the medicine. Keeping the cat’s belly warm can help cure diarrhea quickly.

Some cats inherently lack enzymes that break down lactose or maltose in their intestines, or have congenital intestinal defects, which can also cause diarrhea. In this case, pay special attention to the cat’s diet and never let it eat indiscriminately. Also, visit a professional veterinary hospital for a doctor’s detailed solution.

Diarrhea can also be an early sign of serious diseases like tumors, hepatitis, or pancreatitis. In the early stage, these diseases manifest as diarrhea, which requires serious and immediate treatment.

Diarrhea seriously affects a cat’s health. While poor spirit alone might be tolerable, during diarrhea nutritional intake is poor, which significantly impacts future development. Cat health is a major matter that needs attention.