What could cause a cat to have blood in his stool?

Question

My cat (12yrs) has been getting blood in his stool. He is totally healthy and active otherwise. Any suggestions? I do not have alot of money for vet bills.

Answer 1

usually only internal bleeding, polyps or stomach ulcers cause bleeding. He would still be active if it was just a stomach ulcer or such, if it was interal bleeding he would die wihin at least a week and be getting sicker. So if hes healthy and its been awhile then i would take him to the doc as soon as you can afford it. Also if he ate something with jagged edges like a chicken bone he could have poked a hole in the lining of his intestine. If it were worms, they will most likely come out in his poop.

Answer 2

you really should take him to the vet and get it checked out. see a vet that will take monthly payments if need be. if you don't treat now it could turn into a larger problem and much more expensive. could be something as simple as IBS and he may need a new vet prescribed food. do your kittie a favor and take him in now. i know monetarily it's tough, but let your vet know...they'll work with you on it and you and your kittie will feel better at the end of the day. just see a vet you can trust, and one that will test out the less expensive of the possibilities 1st. good luck!!! :) keep us posted.

Answer 3

if he was constipated or trying to pass a large stool he could have strained to push it out which in turn caused blood

Answer 4

sounds like worms, have to go to vet to find out which kind unless you have a microscope and can determine yourself.

Answer 5

could be worms i woulld go to the vet and have them check her out.

Answer 6

could be worms, could be hemeroids (sp?), could be something more serious. Maybe you should take your kitty for a check-up..