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Main Differences Between Vomiting and Regurgitation in Cats

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By Arden Moore

Some cats vomit. Some cats regurgitate. Some do both. Both result in smelly messes.

Yuck to both! 

Cats can be masters at hiding pain or ailments, so it is important to pay attention to these food-related actions. It is also important to know when to have your cat examined by your veterinarian.

Your first question to answer: did your cat actually vomit, or did he regurgitate? 

Let’s distinguish the key differences between vomiting and regurgitation.

Key Features of Vomiting in Cats

Key Features of Regurgitation in Cats 

Causes of Vomiting and Regurgitation in Cats

Not surprising, there are many causes behind these digestive upset actions in cats.  Vomiting in cats can be triggered by:

Regurgitation can occur due to:

At-Home Action Plans if Your Cat Vomits

At-Home Action Plans If Your Cat Regurgitates Often 

Call Your Veterinarian 

As I instruct my students in my pet first aid classes, pay attention to actions at mealtimes. It is far better to seek veterinary help before vomiting or regurgitation issues become more serious. 

Here are a few situations where you need to bring your cat to the veterinary clinic for immediate attention:

Rusty, my orange tabby, used to quickly eat his food and regurgitate it just a minute after eating. As a precaution, I had him thoroughly examined by my veterinarian whose examination also included blood and urine analysis. Rusty was deemed healthy, so I began feeding him away from the other pets and with mini meals throughout the day.  He now rarely regurgitates his meal. 

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