My cat has diarrhea after eating chicken. How to prevent dehydration?

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Hello! My cat is having diarrhea probably due to him eating rossitary chicken that was left on the counter. The diarrhea is extremely watery with no signs of any solids and he continues to use the litter box constantly throughout the night. Another concern of mine that my cat isn’t really a big fan of drinking water as he ends up toppling it down (still I leave out a fresh bowl when he does) I’m trying to avoid getting him dehydrated but he just won’t drink the water, only play with it. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 10 lbs

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

If he becomes dehydrated due to the diarrhea he will drink, you can be sure of that. withhold food for 6 hours then offer him boiled boneless chicken and rice every 4 hours in small portions. if he is eating and not vomiting, continue with this diet for 2 days. After 2 days, you can put him back gradually on his normal food. If the diarrhea does not resolve, take him to the vet to get treatment.

My cat has diarrhea after eating chicken. How to prevent dehydration?

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