I asked a vet and they said some cats are just pukers? The problem is she throws up almost everyday after she eats and makes a mess in the house. It really is gross and I feel bad for her. I want to do something to help her.
2006-08-01 09:44:50 · 16 answers · asked by mac 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
You need a second opinion. If this just started and it is happening everyday, something is wrong.
Might be that she has developed a more sensitive stomach as she has aged. Happens to people too. A good vet can recommend some good food for her.
There may be something stuck in her intestines or stomach. Like a hairball, other object, or (don't get scared) cancer. The important thing is to get to a vet and maybe get some X-rays.
Good luck.
2006-08-01 09:51:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't have a siamese cat, I do however have two cats. They are brother and sister, but the female cat can only eat dry food. If she eats the 'wet' food she throws up every time. The male cat can eat both and he's fine. Maybe try some different types of food to start off with. There's a hairball control in the dry mix that we got for them as well. Could just be a kitty with a sensitive stomach like mine. If you've already tried this, I'd think you may wanna give another vet a call!
Good luck! :)
2006-08-01 09:58:06 · answer #2 · answered by Kass 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If all blood tests, urine tests, exams, etc. are normal, it could be either diet or behavioral. She could be eating too fast. This could be because of competition with other cats/dogs, a sore tooth causing her to swallow in gulps, or because she gets hungry between meals (if not allowed free choice feeding). If it seems like she eats too fast, and she has had her teeth examined, you can give her very small meals several times a day, hand feed her slowly, or leave her daily amount out all day. If you have other cats or dogs, you can feed her in a separate room. You can also put a billiard ball or similar heavy object in her dish so she has to slowly eat around it.
She will greatly benefit from an improvement in her diet. Try a meat-based diet with no corn/wheat products or artificial coloring or preservatives. She will be healthier inside and out, and there will be no coloring to stain your carpets. She also needs a senior formula food, and/or a hairball formula diet. The extra fiber and lower calories will help her digestive system. She should also get a couple ounces of canned food daily to increase her water consumption. Check canned food labels for ingredient quality also. I recommend the brands Sensible Choice, Wellness, Nutro, Natures Variety, Felidae, etc. You can also give her hairball paste 2-3 times a week, and/or canned pumpkin. Vomiting is usually caused by hair and stringy material in the digestive tract. Also, have her stool tested for worms. Even indoor cats can get them.
Stress can also be a factor, so try Feliway spray and catnip to keep her mood up. Another idea is to elevate her food dishes so she doesn't need to hunch over to eat. Brush her at least a couple times a week. If she hasn't done this her whole life, try to determine when it started getting bad and maybe you can find out what happened (change of food, environmental change, a friend leaving, someone moving in, etc). Older cats can also get diabetes and other problems so make sure you get all the tests your vet suggested. She can live another 10 years, so it's worth it!
2006-08-01 10:08:33 · answer #3 · answered by Emily 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is a breed thing. My sister has two siamese, and they both just are spitters. I have a new siamese kitten (6 months old) and she pukes about every other day. I just asked about it the other day on here. I had her at the vet, too, and there isnt anything wrong with her. She is healthy and happy. Try putting just a couple of spoons of food in the bowl at a time, and see if it helps. It seems to help my kitty. If you don't have her on a natural food, try that, also. My sister and I have been pleased wtih the Nutro brand. Cleaning up cat puke gets old, but if you love the kitty, it is a small price to pay.
2006-08-01 09:55:23 · answer #4 · answered by Strange question... 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It might be FIP (Feline Infectious Peridonitis), which is a virus (corona virus) in which there is no known cure. She might have acute pancreatitis which has the same symptoms as FIP, just not as critical...if you act. What happens is the pancreas produces enzymes that make the cat nauseated. The cat will throw up and get more upset. The more upset the cat gets, the more the pancreas acts up. It's a vicious cycle. It could be critical. Get your pet to the VET so you can KNOW what it is. It might just be hairballs! Not likely though. Take care of your pet. I think the above information is somewhat credible. I am not a vet; however, I think you should find professional advice for this one and avoid forums like this one for the more important questions. :)
2006-08-01 10:14:53 · answer #5 · answered by navigate100 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
~~i had a cat like that and it turned out the cat was allergic to tuna.... check the type cat food you are getting, if it has tuna in it change foods. I had to start getting iams lamb and rice for my cat... (it's easily digested, so less chance of the cat throwing up)... also, daily brush your cat to rid the loose hairs, so when the cat cleans itself it isn't swallowing all that hair that can not be digested. you can buy hairball formula foods, treats, or medicine to also help with that, or you can use ordinary butter... (not margarine... BUTTER) a quarter of a tablespoon twice a week should be enough. try to stay away from the can foods, but if your cat will only eat the can stuff, get iams lamb and rice. i have had many cats throughout my lifetime, and tell you from experience. hope this helps you out. if it don't help, you need to get a new vet.~~
2006-08-01 09:56:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should have her thyroid tested. All my Siamese over the years that became immense pukers had hyperthyroid and some slightly elevated kidney function levels.
Treatment for the thyroid condition made everyhting a lot better!!!!
2006-08-01 09:58:13 · answer #7 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I currently have a 11 month year old Siamese ( I love her to death ) but we had to put our 15 year old Siamese down last year. due to Kidney problems. She also puked every day...I wonder if its the breed or just their age ?? anyway it seemed to help if we would give her a little bit of food a couple times a day...We noticed that if we gave her a full bowl, she would eat it very quickly and then get sick...
Good Luck!!!
2006-08-01 09:49:52 · answer #8 · answered by AT 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first take her to the vet to have her checked, this is not normal.
there is no such thing as a puker cat.
take her to a different vet then the one who told you this nonncence.
if you have ruled out any medical problem try and change her food. it may help.
pro plan, royal canin and science diet are the best foods there are.
2006-08-01 11:51:33 · answer #9 · answered by hot_for_georgeclooney 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my cat is old to and started that I tryed a lot of different things from menrel oil to health foods for cats while i give up and started straight can food always chicken or fish and sliced not just mush and he has not throwed up in about a month and if they don't eat all of it at once seal it or stir it up later keep it moist
it sounds like a lot of trouble but this went on for a year he stayed healthy but I went nuts friskeys it's want we settled on now he eats like a pig and in alot more content
2006-08-01 09:54:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋