My cat ate a toy cord. Is castor oil safe to help him poop it out?

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My cat ate about a foot length of thick black cord from one of his toys. He seems to be passing it and I called a local vet and they said if he’s not showing any symptoms that might indicate a blockage, there’s nothing more they can do. However, my roommate is insisting I give him castor oil to make him poop it out faster. I am wary of any “holistic” approach. In her words it is “extremely safe for dogs, rabbits, horses, people.. so why not cats?” Is she right? Would it possibly be a good idea? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 6 months old | 12.5 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

Castor oil can be quite irritating and gut spasm is not helpful in such cases. Gentle lubricant laxative such as hair ball paste and frequent small meals can help encourage such items to pass but any colic, vomiting or constipation should be checked by your vet

My cat ate a toy cord. Is castor oil safe to help him poop it out?

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