My 6-year-old cat throws up often. Is something wrong? How to help?

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I have a cat who is about 6-7 years old. He throws up a lot. Am I doing something wrong? Any suggestions? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Male

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

Many cats routinely vomit from eating too fast, hairballs, or for no specific reason. Since Mikie is long haired he may have hairballs causing him to vomit. Often the hairballs are forming in the stomach and are not always vomited up, even though they are present. I recommend daily brushing to remove the dead fur, and giving cat laxative, about an inch once a week for prevention. There is also specific food for hairball prevention. If he’s healthy this is annoying and messy but usually nothing to be overly concerned about. If he should start to lose weight or appear sick then please bring him in right away for and exam and treatment. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Mikie.

My 6-year-old cat throws up often. Is something wrong? How to help?

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