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My kitten keeps choking and throwing up. Should I take him to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 5 months and 24 days old

Hi I have a kitten he is 17 weeks old and he keep choking and then throwing up it’s been happening to around 15 minutes now I’m concerned weather it’s just a hair ball that’s making him choke or if I’m needing to take him to the vets

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 9th, 2019

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Oreo. I recommend that he sees a veterinarian right away if his symptoms have not resolved. You need to make sure that there is not something lodged in his mouth or throat. I hope this information helps!

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