Cat Furball Symptoms
All cats have a furball, also known as a hairball, at least once every two weeks. The symptoms of a cat having a hairball are easily identifiable and the causes range from eating things they shouldn't to cleaning themselves .
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Eating Grass
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If you see a cat eating grass, this is a common symptom. This means the cat is doing it in an attempt to remove something like a furball from her stomach.
Feces
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One common sign is the cat's fecal droppings will appear smaller. They will be slightly larger than pea-sized and are often mixed with fur.
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Coughing
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You may hear your cat coughing a lot. Your cat is in discomfort to what is inside her. She may cough the hairball up.
Vomiting
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If your cat has a fur ball, he will vomit more than normal. Seek veterinary help if vomiting is persistent. Your cat will become very ill if the furball isn't removed.
Intestinal Blockage
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Your cat's body will start to resolve the hair blockage in the intestines. If you see an increase in appetite, constipation and vomiting, your cat may have a severe hairball. It may be regurgitated or passed through the feces.
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