Constipation

Constipation
Constipation in Cats Guide: Here you'll find in-depth information on Constipation in cats including its causes, symptoms, and treatments.
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Constipation: feces is trapped in the colon
Obstipation: severe blockage that impedes both feces and gas, keeping them trapped in the colon
Infrequent defecation
Straining to defecate with small or no fecal volume ...

---constipation is sometimes due to a condition called megacolon (this condition can also be caused by constipation). This is the permanent stretching of the colon and rectum. (see a veterinarian about this).

Constipation is a condition in which cats pass feces less often or in smaller amounts than normal. Feces are often hard and dry, which may cause cats to strain or have difficulty passing feces.

Constipation
Symptoms: reduced appetite; minimal or no faeces; the fish may have a slightly swollen abdomen and/or rest on the bottom of the tank.
Cause: incorrect diet or over-feeding.

Constipation
Difficulty in bowel movement. When it occurs, a change in diet is recommended (fresh liver has a laxative effect) together with the administration of a spoonful of vaseline oil or corn oil.

Cat Constipation
Constipation is one of the common health problems that can affect cats of any age group. This problem can be addressed with some simple measures like including more fiber rich foods in the diet, and increasing fluid intake.

Subject: kitty constipation
try taking a warn damp paper towel and rub it on its rectum this will stimulate the kitten to poop
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Roundworms: can cause diarrhea, constipation, anemia, potbellies, general poor condition. They are present in the intestines and feed on the digesting food.
Whipworms and threadworms: fairly rare, can cause diarrhea, loss of weight, or anemia.

Decreased gastrointestinal motility (constipation)
As cats age, the movement of food through their digestive tracts slows. This can result in constipation, which is very common in older cats.

Kittens lick their coats to clear away loose hairs, but, as a result, fur balls can form in the stomach and intestines, causing upsets or constipation (which aren't fun for either of you).

The Manx Cat has no tail as well as a shortened spine. This is caused by the dominant M gene and is lethal when homozygous. It can also be crippling when heterozygous, resulting in spinal bifida, incontinence, and constipation.

No one knows your domestic house cat better than you, so look for changes in your cat's behavior. Signs of serious illness in your cat include: constipation, diarrhea, lethargy or changes in their vital signs.

See also: Veterinarian, Behavior, Diarrhea, Parasite, Inflammation