My cat's poop is weird, like a pancake. Is it diarrhea? Vet now?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 21 years and 3 months old | 11 lbs
Her poop looks weird since yesterday. It is more like shape of brown pancake. Otherwise she seems normal, drinking and eating. Is it diarrhea? Should I take her in now or this may pass in a few days?
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Published on April 4th, 2018
Yes, it is diarhea. If Caroline is really 21 years old as you stated above then I suggest you get her to a vet for an exam. A cat that age could have some underlying health issue that needs to be addressed before it gets out of hand. If she is a younger cat, and everything else with her is normal, then you can wait a few days to see if this passes. The other thing you can do is start her on a probiotic - one that is made for cats. You can treat her with this for a week or two to rebalance the bacteria in her intestinal tract. I like this one made by Fortiflora but you can use any one that is made for cats. If still no improvement then you need to get her to a vet for an exam. ( https://www.healthypets.com/fortiflora-feline-box-of-30.html ) Hope this helps. Best wishes.
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Published on May 24th, 2019
I suggest you try a long term course of a probiotic (like 6-8 weeks). You need a good probiotic made for cats. I suggest Fortiflora. One box is 30 days worth. Just sprinkle one packet of the powder over her food once a day. It is very palatable. ( https://www.amazon.com.au/Purina-Veterinary-Fortiflora-Feline-Sachets/dp/B00JU2IVLO/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=fortiflora&qid=1558700418&s=gateway&sr=8-1 ) If no improvement, then it is very likely she has inflammatory bowel disease and you should consult with your vet on how best to diagnose and treat her.
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