My cat ate carpet fringe but seems fine. When should I worry or see a vet?

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Yesterday my cat ate a 2 inch piece of thin carpet fringe. She hasn’t passed it but is acting fine. Eating playing peeing pooping. All fine. How long do I need to keep an eye on her and if I don’t see it pass do I need to take her to the vet? Of course I googled it and now I’m horrified. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 2 years and 3 months old | 7 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

Luckily is was only a short piece of fringe. Usually when cats eat strings and yarn that cause intestinal perforations the length is longer than two inches. If there is a medical problem she will become painful, stop eating and may not poop regularly. She should be out of the woods in another day or two. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Maisy.

My cat ate carpet fringe but seems fine. When should I worry or see a vet?

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