Causes of Cat Diarrhea

Diarrhea in cats can occur due to a number of different reasons. In most cases, cats experience diarrhea from exposure to an outside factor such as parasites, bacteria, or protozoa. Cats can also experience diarrhea as a symptom of a disease or infection.One of the most common causes of diarrhea in cats is parasites. Hookworms, tapeworms, roundworms, and whipworms can all cause cats to experience diarrhea. Cats can also have diarrhea if they become infected

Preventing Cat Diarrhea

A bout of diarrhea in cats, and especially kittens, is a distressing situation for both the cat and the pet owner. Diarrhea in cats and kittens can be caused by a variety of factors, and chronic diarrhea can develop if these factors are not addressed. If your cat or kitten is prone to diarrhea, the following guidelines may help to prevent future episodes of diarrhea in your feline companion.Parasites, intestinal bacteria, a change in diet,

Treating Cat Diarrhea

Treating diarrhea in cats depend on why the cat is experiencing the diarrhea. If no specific cause of the diarrhea is discovered, than prescription medications and veterinarian recommended diets can help to treat persistent diarrhea in cats.Cats with diarrhea should always have a complete fecal exam performed to check for parasites, protozoa, and the bacteria count in the stool. If parasites are discovered in the stool, broad spectrum de-wormers such as Panacur or Drontal are

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