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Why is my cat throwing up yellow vomit frequently? Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 3 years and 10 months old | 12 lbs

My cat threw up about 5 times the past month. It's always been yellow to light yellow. Should I be worried?

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on November 4th, 2017

Hi there and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Once in a while vomit may not be concerning, but if you have noticed she is vomiting more frequently, then I would have Corner examined by your veterinarian soon. Vomiting in cats can have a variety of medical causes: hairball, dietary indiscretion, organ dysfunction such as liver or kidney disease, inflammatory bowl disease, food allergies, and more. While I wouldn't get too worried, I would recommend she see her veterinarian soon for a check up to help rule out some of the causes above. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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