Why is my cat drinking less water than usual?
Usually a setup issue (stale bowl, wrong placement) or wet-food intake. When it’s a sign of pain, stress or illness.
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Why is my cat suddenly drinking a lot more water?
A sustained increase in drinking is one of the earliest signs of kidney disease, diabetes or thyroid issues. When to act.
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Can dehydration cause constipation in cats?
Yes. Low water intake is one of the most common contributors to feline constipation. The hydration moves that help.
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Can a hairball cause loss of appetite?
Yes. A hairball lodged in the gut can cause appetite loss, vomiting and lethargy. This is the dangerous version.
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How often is too often for hairballs?
More than one a week is too often. Long-haired cats occasionally; short-haired cats rarely. When to escalate to a vet.
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Why does my cat strain in the litter box but nothing comes out?
Two main culprits: constipation or a urinary blockage. In male cats, urinary straining is an emergency. How to tell which.
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How long can a cat go without pooping?
Most cats poop once a day. Past 48 hours is constipation territory. Past 72 is a vet call.
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Can stress make my cat throw up?
Yes. The cat gut and nervous system are tightly coupled, and stressors can produce GI upset. Usually short-lived.
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Why is my cat throwing up yellow liquid?
Yellow vomit is bile on an empty stomach. Most common in cats fed twice a day with long gaps overnight. The fix is feeding schedule.
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Is it normal for cats to throw up once a week?
Common, but Cornell flags weekly vomiting as outside normal range. The difference between ‘common’ and ‘fine,’ and what to try.