How to Treat Diarrhea in a Cat From Home

If your cat suffers from frequent diarrhea, it has likely impacted your life in a number of ways. You worry about your cat's health, you frequently need to clean unpleasant messes and you have to deal with odors that seem impossible to eliminate. Veterinary care can cost a lot of money, but in some cases you can remedy the problem on your own simply by making a few minor adjustments to your cat's dietary habits.

Things You'll Need

  • Canned pumpkin or yam
  • Filtered water
  • High fiber cat food
  • Plain yogurt
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Instructions

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      Feed your cat a consistent diet. Avoid table scraps and provide your kitty with the same food at the same times every day. Abrupt changes in the diet can bring about diarrhea.

    • 2

      Switch to a high-quality cat food. Specifically look for commercially-prepared brands that advertise high fiber. These foods often cost more than conventional cat foods, but will dramatically improve your cat's digestion.

    • 3

      Give your cat a small scoop of canned pumpkin or yam with each meal. These foods are high in fiber and contain properties that ease indigestion and treat diarrhea, according to Canada's Pet Information Center.

    • 4

      Add 1 to 3 tsp. of plain yogurt to each of your cat's meals. The probiotics in yogurt aid in digestion and can reduce or eliminate diarrhea, according to Vet Info.

    • 5

      Give your cat filtered water, as opposed to tap water. The website Precious Pets recommends using a spring water, as the chlorine and other contaminants found in many tap water supplies may contribute to your cat's diarrhea.

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      Eliminate milk from your cat's diet, as diarrhea may indicate an intolerance. Your cat will enjoy the yogurt just as much, and yogurt is much more digestible.