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My nursing cat has diarrhea and a red bottom. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Asian | Female | 1 year and 7 months old | 135 lbs

What help can I give to my cat Nathalie she's a mother who still breastfeeding for her new babies. Nathalie is pooping anywhere and her bottom seem to have color of a lil' bit reddish? Can I give her medicine?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 9th, 2019

This may be due to a gastrointestinal infection, and a dietary change (boiled chicken and rice) and antibiotics can be given even if breast feeding. I would recommend an immediate check up as your vet can prescribe most appropriate meds.

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