Gas, or flatulence, from a cat is usually annoying and also can be a sign of digestive health problems. There are few medicines available, but owners can take several dietary and behavioral steps aimed at eliminating the problem. If it persists, a veterinarian should be consulted to diagnosis the problem.
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Feeding
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Cats that gulp their food ingest air along with the cat food. This air will ultimately exit the cat as flatulence. If the cat rushes through eating by swallowing large chunks of food at a time, the owner may wish to feed the cat smaller meals several times per day. If the cat is in a multiple-pet environment, the gulping may be a competition for food. If this is the case, try feeding the cat individually.
What It Eats
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Experiment with different brands of pet food to find the one that fits the cat's digestive tract best. Quite often, higher-quality foods produce the least gas in the pet.
What to Avoid
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Make sure the cat does not have access to spoiled food, such as in a garbage container. The smell of spoiled food will attract most cats, but soon the garbage can won't be the only thing with an odor.
Commercial Treatments
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Feed supplements are available from veterinarians and pet supply retailers. These supplements are added to the cat food to aid in the digestion of carbohydrates.
Exercise
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Getting the cat to romp around does not stop the production of gas, but it does help the animal eliminate it---possibly in a less annoying manner.
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