Cat throwing up every few days?

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One of my cats, about 10 years old, has been throwing up every few days for a few months. Sometimes she will go a few weeks between episodes, but then will start up again.

She is regularly wormed, flea treated and vaccinated with the same products as she has been since we got her 8 years ago. Nothing notable has changed in her environment recently. She still eats every day, still drinks water, her eyes are bright, coat is healthy and she is lively, not hiding and playful.

I have another cat in the same environment that is not throwing up.

Anyone have any ideas what could be causing it?

A Thought. · Answer

Like humans cats digestive needs change with age. Your cat isn't getting older, your cat is older. Your answer could be as simple as a change to a cat food for more  mature cats or a hairball formula. Digestive issues can not be ruled out. Your best bet is to take your friend to their vet for a check up. You will both feel better knowing the cause. Good Luck to the both of you

Racer · Answer

Could be anything, but, I do think something is starting to happen.  Cats just don't start throwing up like that for no reason.  If you can, please take her in for a Geriatric Assessment... she is 10 years old, and hitting the "old cat" stage.  She may just have digestive problems that can be fixed easily with an antacid...but, I really do feel you need to have her assessed.

PR · Answer

I don't know if you managed to get the vomiting issue under control, with your cat or not. But, if the answer is, "No", then try the following:
1. Brush your cat every couple of days. Cats groom and then swallow fur. This can end up getting stuck in their digestive tract and cause problems such as vomiting, as well as a totally blocked intestinal tract (considered an emergency in that case - signs being vomiting and not pooping or some diarrhea). Brushing helps eliminate part of the fur the cat ends up swallowing. Using a comb works, too.
2. Feed similar to the following:
1 cup of dry food/3 tablespoons + of canned food/1 cup of water, mixed together. Then, feed appropriately - approximately 1/4 cup two times per day including the water as part of the mix.
3. Once in awhile, offer just a bit of milk. Too much milk will cause diarrhea. Some once in awhile will help move swallowed fur through the digestive tract.
4. Provide "kitty grass" which is available at your local pet supply store. Place near a window, water regularly, just like any potted plant. Replace if it yellows or dries up.
5. Use Laxatone if the problem persists, or see the vet.
6. If your cat was wormed for round worm, but not for tapeworm, check for signs of tapeworm. These can irritate the upper GI tract, causing vomiting.

Good luck with your kitty.

At 10, by the way, your cat is not old, but middle-aged. A cat well taken care of can live to about age 18 or 20.

Have owned cats for 55 years.

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