Special Meals to Stop Diarrhea in Cats

Cats with chronic diarrhea often require dietary changes to resolve the issue. If your cat suffers from frequent diarrhea, it could be due to components in its food that its body cannot digest properly. Chronic diarrhea can also be caused by certain medical issues, such as irritable bowel syndrome. If your cat has diarrhea, its veterinarian may suggest switching to a diet your cat's body can handle better.

  1. High-Fiber Prescription Diets

    • According to the Pet Place website, cats with chronic diarrhea can often benefit from eating prescription diets that contain high amounts of fiber. High amounts of fiber help to maintain the health of the intestinal system. Prescription cat foods that contain high levels of fiber include Royal Canin's Calorie Control. This food is made of both soluable and insoluable fiber, which may help to control and eliminate the cat's diarrhea. Royal Canin's Calorie Control diet is available in both wet and dry formulations and can be purchased at most veterinary offices.

    Homemade Diets

    • If you would rather make your cat's food and your veterinarian allows doing so, there are a few homemade options you can try. According to the Feline Express website, cat diarrhea often responds to a diet of ground beef and rice. Boil lean ground beef until it is done and combine it with twice-cooked rice. Ask your veterinarian how much you should give your kitty, as it depends on the feline's weight. If you are considering feeding this diet to your cat on a long-term basis, ask your vet about any supplements you should give to the cat. In addition, you can add fiber supplements to your cat's diet. Human over-the-counter supplements often do the trick; however, consult with your veterinarian as to whether this is advisable for your cat's particular situation and how much to give your cat.

    Easy-Digestable Precription Diets

    • Your veterinarian may prescribe your cat a diet that is easy to digest in an effort to resolve its diarrhea issues. One such diet is Hill's I/D. Available in both wet and dry, this diet contains proteins and fat that are easy on your cat's intestines and stomach, which may help to stop the loose stool. In addition, it also contains some fiber to maintain the health of the digestive system. This diet also contains ingredients that can help replenish the body of any nutrients it may have lost due to the diarrhea and encourage recovery. Hill's I/D is available at many veterinary offices.