Why does my cat often regurgitate after eating? Should I be worried?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered
My cat seems to regurgitate often when he eats. Why is this happening? Should I be worried?
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Published on February 27th, 2018
I would first make sure that he is not eating too much or too fast. This is a common reason for a cat to regurgitate or vomit straight after a meal. You can try feeding less food at a time and see if that helps. Try feeding just a spoonful of food every 15 minutes and see if that helps. If it does, then you may consider purchasing a slow-feeder product at the pet store. Regurgitation can indicate a problem like esophageal stricture, so if this persists, then I'd recommend having him evaluated by a vet. It's important to differentiate between true regurgitation and vomiting; so if this continues, it would be good to take video of it and show it to your vet. Below is a link to more information about vomiting in cats that will help you determine the seriousness of his current condition. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/vomiting-in-cats I hope that helps and Batman gets better soon.
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Published on October 21st, 2017
If he continues to vomit then tomorrow he should be seen by a veterinarian. Intestinal obstruction, pancreatitis, or even just gastritis could be the potential problem. They may recommend an x-ray and possibly lab work . Best of luck and I hope he improves soon.
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Published on February 24th, 2019
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I am so sorry you are going through this difficult time. You have done everything right by getting another opinion and doing an ultrasound. At this point more advanced diagnostics like endoscopy and biopsies for instance may be helpful. I would recommend you consider having him evaluated by a veterinary internal medicine specialist who may have more insight on what may be going on. In the meantime, they may consider medications such as appetite stimulants and anti-nausea medications. I really hope he gets better. Best of luck!
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Published on October 20th, 2019
Hi, and thanks for your question. These signs could be compatible with an inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!
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