My cat is constipated weekly with pain & vomiting. When to see a vet?

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my cat gets constipated like once a week. like discomfort, meowing, sometimes throws up until she eventually poops. the whole ordeal usually lasts about half an hour to an hour. but if happens like weekly. should i take her to my vet for this? Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | spayed | 15 years and 7 months old | 9.41 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor girl. I would absolutely recommend taking Ariel to your vet for this. Constipation in cats can be managed with treatment if caught early, but if it goes on for a long period of time without treatment, it can lead to megacolon (permanent dilation of the colon) which will require stronger medications that have to be given continuously. Here is more information on megacolon and constipation in cats/dogs --> https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951509 I hope that Ariel is able to manage her constipation issues well soon! Best wishes and take care.

My cat is constipated weekly with pain & vomiting. When to see a vet?

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