Why do my cats get diarrhea after eating high-protein dry food?

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My two cats are experiencing diarrhea when eating dry food. Each of them has it like half an hour after eating. My vet gave them a “gastrointestinal enhancer” and antibiotics, and they worked for a while but then the problem still persists. They complain of no other symptoms and live indoors normally. They’ve been vaccinated. They eat mainly a dry food containing about 30-32% protein, could that much protein content affect their digestive system? Thanks. Pet's info: Cat | Turkish Angora | Female | 10 months and 16 days old

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, the protein content or the TYPE of protein may be causing an upset stomach. I would change food brands or change to a different protein, for example if the current food is chicken based change to an all fish or venison or duck or beef. I would not feed a food that is causing diarrhea. Ask your Vet for a prescription gastro-intestinal food to feed until their stool is normal then purchase a different food to start once their stools are normal. I hope this helps and I wish you all the best!

Why do my cats get diarrhea after eating high-protein dry food?

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