My cat has diarrhea 5 days, scratching bum. Vet or home remedy?

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My cat has had diarrhoea for 5 days. I think she drank some milk which was left out so assumed it would go away but it hasn't. It began to get better on Friday and is now getting worse again. She is scratching her bum on the floor. She is eating dry food and i am only giving her small amounts. She is not lethargic and is acting completely normal. There are no other signs. I'm concerned she will become de-hydrated. Does she need to go to the vet or is there something I can do at home for her? Pet's info: Cat | British Shorthair | Female | spayed | 8 months and 17 days old

Ann Dion, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. As long as Lola isn't having watery diarrhea, and is still eating and drinking, she shouldn't become too dehydrated. It sounds however like she might have something else going on, and dragging her bum on the ground suggests that she is itchy. I would start by deworming her, as she likely has worms. Also, make sure she is on a high-quality kitten food. If she stops eating, or becomes weak and not moving, then please have her seen by a vet right away. Best of luck with Lola.

My cat has diarrhea 5 days, scratching bum. Vet or home remedy?

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