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Why is my cat growling when I pick him up after he threw up?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

My cat threw up a lot. There was no blood or anything. He had some meat that might not have agreed with him. He then slept for a few hours and seems fine now. He had a cat treat. But he growls when I lift him up he never did this before

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Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on April 4th, 2017

Theo could be experiencing some abdominal pain after his vomiting episode if he is growling when you pick him up. Possible causes of his vomiting and abdominal pain certainly could be related to some gastrointestinal upset from his diet, viruses, pancreatitis, kidney disease, among others. If the growling continues, or if Theo stops eating, becomes lethargic, or vomits more, he should see his vet for an exam.

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