Treat Cat Constipation Using Pumpkin
- Thursday, July 2, 2009, 1:46
- Health Care, Pets Care
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Pets can be great stress busters. Cats are the next most preferred pets after dogs. Though cute and cuddly, they can be a great nuisance as they are hell lot curious to explore each and every object that lies in your house.
They can be very unruly and scratch on all expensive furniture and draperies adorning your beautiful drawing room. However, just like humans they tend to fall sick once in a while and this is the time when the owners need to tend to them with warmth, care and be all the more patient with them.
Under healthy conditions, cats usually have 1-2 bowel movements in a day, however some cats may litter in 2 to 3 days. This is a sign of constipation.
Lack of urination or litter may have serious internal problems such as blockage of urinary tract. On slight observation of abnormal behavior, it is advisable to seek advice of a professional veterinarian.
Other symptoms a constipated cat would exhibit are excessive straining within the litter box, licking rear region and showing uneasiness. If there is no other serious symptom like presence of blood in the urine, it is safe to proceed with natural cure to treat your pet’s constipationxxx issues.
If the cat continues to behave in the normal way when it comes to diet and outdoor activities, your feline buddy can be treated using common kitchen ingredients which are not only safe but also effective.
Domestic products that tackle cat constipation
Pumpkin – has been found to be ideal in treating constipation. You can easily get a fresh pumpkin from the green grocer. Wash it thoroughly and cut thin slices of it. Boil 1-2 pieces of it in water and add it to the cat meal. Give this vegetable twice or thrice a day to your kitty to cure constipation.
Milk – Cats are very fond of milk. Boil some milk and add raisins to it. Feed it to the cat. Milk is a natural laxative and eases bowel movements. A cup full of milk given two times in a day is sure to take care of any kind of constipation.
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