My cat is constipated and straining to poop. What can I do?

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my Cat hasn’t been using the bathroom properly , she constantly uses the bathroom and nothing comes out so she’s left grunting and pushing . I have tried to give her water but nothing seems to be working . She drags her bottom on the ground and she seems to have a swollen anus . What can I do in order to alleviate the pain she has ? How can I help my cat ? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 20 days old

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Constipation can be a very serious condition, it can be caused by a physical blockage (foreign body like a bone) or a functional peristalsis deficiency of the intestines. In order to treat simple constipation, you should increase the fibers in the food (e.g. canned pumpkin) and can add a little mineral oil to the diet. I strongly advise taking Mushu to the vet in order to check if there is a serious condition causing the constipation first.

My cat is constipated and straining to poop. What can I do?

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