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My cat keeps vomiting. When should I take him to an emergency vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 2 years and 7 months old | 8 lbs

My cat has had 3 episodes of vomiting can food then 3 episodes of clear frothy liquid. He is inside with occasional outdoor time, but has been exclusively inside for the last week. No diarrhea, has all shots to include FLV. Should I watch overnight or take him to the nearby emergency clinic?

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Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 25th, 2017

Hello, sorry to hear about Cheeto. I would watch him for continued episodes of vomiting or if he develops any lethargy, decreased appetite or diarrhea. Things we worry about with sudden onset or persistent vomiting in cats include dietary indiscretions, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), ingestion of foreign material, obstruction or a mass which is probably the least likely in a young cat. If his vomiting persists or gets worse overnight, or if he develops any other signs then I would definitely bring him to an emergency clinic. You should not attempt to feed him today and then offer boiled chicken and rice tomorrow in the morning. Hope this helps and best of luck.

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