My cat regurgitates his food often. Are there any veterinarians here who might be able to shed some light the problem?
I have twelve year old neutered male Siamese. He is in good health other than the mentioned problem. He is also an inside cat; he never goes outside.
At first, I thought he was simply gorging because I kept his bowl full. So, I started giving very small portions and after 10 minutes or so, I would put more food in his bowl. But, he continues to throw up his meal one time out of four. Thoughts?
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Siames have this eat/barf issue enough so that a cat food company actually made a food specifically for them to stop this. Royal Canin Siamese 38, one bag lasts about a month. I've used it on our Siamese and it does tone down the barfing.
However you do need to check with a vet, if the cat has IBD or a really touchy stomach there are other things the cat needs to get for that. IBD is something pretty specific, the vet will talk to you on that. If it's a touchy stomach, giving 1/4 tablet of Pepcid A/C once a day can help tone it down. But ask the VET about that, to get an ok first. Pepcid A/C is the only cat-safe antacid, the others on the market are toxic to them.
I am not a vet, but my mums siamese cat used to do this until I raised her food and water bowls 5 inches off the floor. This keeps her esophagus open so that the food travels more easily to her stomach. She used to throw up after every meal, now throws up once every two weeks or so,
If its dry, stop feeding him dry of any kind. Feed him canned and/or a raw diet and most of your problems will be resolved. If he's still doing it, then consult a vet and find out if its a medical reason.
My first thought is that you cat is getting some poor quality food, or needs more wet food, or less dry food...or less fish, beef or ...... well, what I am trying to say is that you first of all need to re-think his food. Older cats can have trouble digesting. Medical problems are also a very possible reason. Things like pancreatitis, diabetes or even constipation can be a reason. If this is new, and your cat tends to eat things off the floor..string, rubber bands, etc....there may be a blockage...a vet visit is where to start. And do it soon.