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My cat had diarrhea, now eating but not pooping. Is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Snowshoe | Female | spayed | 15 lbs

my cat had diarrhea yesterday morning. she's eating fine, but hasn't pooped

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on September 6th, 2019

Hi there. After an episode of diarrhea, it's common for a cat to not poop for a day or two, since it takes time for the intestine to fill up again with solid stool. So if she's acting normal otherwise (eating and drinking, not vomiting, active, etc.), I wouldn't be concerned - she'll poop when she's ready :)

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    Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on September 13th, 2017

    From what you described, it seems that Tigger had a transient gastrointestinal issue that is likely resolved now. This does tend to happen occasionally with cats for various reasons and is often not a big concern. After diarrhea/loose stools resolve, they often have a lag period of a couple of days where they don't poop. This will happen as the intestines are getting back to normal. I would not be worried at this time and actually this is encouraging news that the intestinal problem has cleared. If he goes more than three days without pooping and is not acting normal, then I would be more concerned and would advise a check-up by your vet. I hope that helps and Tigger stays healthy.

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