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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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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Published on February 26th, 2018
Poor Lucky! It definitely sounds like something is wrong. There are many things that can cause frequent vomiting in cats, so it's hard to say what might be going on without being able to examine him and run some tests. Hiding and growling when picked up are also very vague symptoms that only tell us he isn't feeling well. I would recommend taking Lucky to the vet for an exam. He/she can do blood work and x-rays if needed to help diagnose the problem and get him started on appropriate treatment.
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