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Some cats make vomiting a regular habit. Every time you see your kitty, it seems like she’s throwing up somewhere in your house. You’re grossed out by yet another cleanup job – but you’re more concerned for your cat’s health than anything else. Why, you wonder, is your cat doing this? Is there anything that you can do to make her stop?

The first thing that you should do is to call your veterinarian for advice. He or she can help you figure out if your cat is throwing up for a reason that you can help – like the ones listed below – or if there is something seriously wrong that’s beyond your abilities to fix.

One of the most common reasons for housecats to vomit is gorging. Some kitties – especially those who live in households with other cats – eat way too quickly. Their stomachs, like ours, go into reverse when that happens. Vomiting is perfectly natural in this instance, but you should help your cat change her behavior as soon as possible. Otherwise, you’ll end up with a very sick kitty from lack of nutrition or from the damage that comes from chronic vomiting.

If you have multiple cats, separate the one who vomits after she eats. Feed her in a different, closed room so that none of the other cats can get to her food dish. They might be a little jealous because she has a personal dish all to herself, but you can make this up to them. Give them special treats while the other kitty is eating – and don’t skimp on attention.

Don’t expect the cat to immediately stop gorging herself. Your puking pussycat will have to figure out that she doesn’t have to rush anymore. To help the process, stick around while she eats. Pet her and talk to her in a soothing voice so that she remains calm. She’ll be more likely to slow down and enjoy her meal.

You can also leave food out all day long. If the cats have free range access to their dry food, they’ll be less likely to gorge themselves at mealtimes. The trick, though, is to make sure that there’s always food in their dishes. Otherwise, they’ll still rush to the food when you replenish the supply. A good way to keep food in the dishes is to buy an automatic feeder. These inexpensive feeders can store a couple of pounds’ worth of dry kitty food: more than enough to go all day in most households.

The cat can also throw up after eating if she has hairball problems. Does she have long hair? Does she hack a lot – complete with the wheezing and gagging that are preludes to a big old hairball?

Hairballs might not be the sole cause of the cat’s vomiting, but they can definitely contribute to the issue. Brushing your cat on a regular basis – once a day is enough – will help control the hairballs. You can also pick up a hairball remedy from your local pet store or vet’s office. Some treatments are added to the cat’s food; others are already mixed in with special blends. Either way, getting the hairballs under control might help the cat’s stomach – and your carpets.

If your cat likes to go outdoors, she might be eating something that’s bad for her stomach. Keep her inside for a few days, if not longer, to see if the problem goes away. During this time, you should also go outside and look around for things that might be affecting your cat’s stomach. Toxic plants often cause vomiting. You should also check for spilled chemicals, poisons or other toxic things around your house.

Sometimes cats, like dogs, will eat grass. If this doesn’t settle well in kitty’s stomach, she’ll throw it up like any other living thing would. If you can limit the cat’s supply of grass – keep her indoors or plant less of her cat grass inside – the problem should clear itself up.

However: if kitty is digesting grass on a regular basis, she might have a nutritional deficiency. Talk to your vet about this, as he or she might be able to suggest supplementary treats or a different cat food.

There’s always the possibility that your cat has a digestive disorder or other health problem. Your vet can diagnose the problem and help you make your cat feel better.

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