Cat throws up after eating in morning, but seems normal. Why?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Siamese | Female | 1 year and 4 months old
Hi. My cat has thrown up once in the morning right after eating three days ago and then the same thing this morning. Everything else is normal, she's acting normal, her stool is fine, she is playful, but I am worried because the same thing (throwing up in the morning right after eating) has happened twice in three days. Could something be wrong? Thank you
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Most Helpful Answer
Published on August 7th, 2018
It's possible Luna may just have some minor GI upset, or she is going too long in between meals if this has only happened twice and she is otherwise normal and happy. Other possibilities can include something such as a hairball that is leading to vomiting. Offering a bland meal after she vomits, or increasing the number of meals she gets per day may help with anything minor. If the vomiting continues, worsens, she shows other signs of illness, or you are just very concerned about it, it is always best to schedule a veterinary visit to rule out more serious issues. Internal parasites, GI illness, metabolic diseases, etc can all potentially cause vomiting as a symptom, so a complete exam is best to rule out any more serious problems.
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Published on September 6th, 2018
She may have a hairball that she was unable to vomit up. Sometimes they move in the stomach and it takes a few days for them to be vomited up. Also many cats routinely vomit if they eat too fast. As long as she’s acting normal this is nothing to be overly concerned about. Should the vomiting continue or she stops eating then a veterinary exam is recommended. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Luna.
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