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When can I switch my kitten back to regular food after vomiting?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Burmese | Female | spayed | 2 months and 14 days old | 2.7 lbs

Hi! I have an 11 week old kitten who’s been throwing up recently. I fed her baby food last night and this morning, and she hasn’t thrown up since I began feeding her that. When do you think it’s safe to transition her back to regular canned cat food?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on August 3rd, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I would wait another 24 hours. If when you transition her to canned food she starts vomiting again, I highly recommend that you have her evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Some possibilities include gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, food sensitivity, among other possibilities. Good luck and have a wonderful day!

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