Question
My cat farts a lot. In addition, his belly seems tight, like he's full of gas.
Should I be concerned about this flatulence?
Answer
Persistent flatulence is not normal. While an occasional fart is nothing to be concerned about, if it's happening daily then your cat should see a veterinarian.
Flatulence can have several different causes and only your vet can determine the cause for your cat.
- Overgrowth of the certain kinds of gut bacteria
- Intolerance to certain types of foods
- Irritable Bowel Disease (the intestines don't properly absorb food)
- Or other similar Gastrointestinal system problems.
Your vet may prescribe some over the counter medications to try, may do some bloodwork, and may recommend a biopsy to determine the cause of the flatulence.
Untreated GI problems can lead to malnutrition and discomfort for your pet, so it is important to get your cat to a veterinarian for proper care.
Answered By - Zaralynda
