My cat is still constipated after vet visit and enema, what can I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | 10 months and 5 days old
I took Nyla to the vet this morning she had a x-Ray and a ennema for constipation. If she dosent move her bowels what else can I do.
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Published on April 6th, 2018
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Nyla. I'm sorry to hear about her recent bout of constipation. She should have blood work to ensure there is not a medical problem contributing to her constipation. If not, I will typically use a prescription stool softener called lactulose. I also like a prescription diet known as Royal Canin Veterinarian Diet Feline Fiber Response. I hope this information helps!
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Published on January 26th, 2017
Poor Dakota! It does sounds likes she's constipated, which can be caused by anal sac impaction, intestinal parasites, a foreign body, too little fiber in the diet, lack of exercise, or even tumors in the GI tract. Given that she hasn't poked in two days and is losing weight, along with being lethargic, I would have her seen by a vet right away. The vet can give her a laxative or enema to help her poop, and can diagnose the cause of her constipation. Please take her into a vet now.
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Published on October 10th, 2018
Hi. Unfortunately she sounds very ill. It may be that she is severely constipated which is making her feel very ill. With her history, that is most likely. On this site without an exam, we can't diagnose or prescribe. And there isnt anything at home that could help her. She needs professional help. I would take her to the nearest facility or travel to one you trust.
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