{"id":212,"date":"2025-06-03T16:56:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T00:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sacramentocathospital.com\/blog\/?p=212"},"modified":"2025-09-04T16:58:38","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T00:58:38","slug":"chronic-vomiting-in-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sacramentocathospital.com\/blog\/chronic-vomiting-in-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Chronic Vomiting in Cats"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There’s nothing like waking up to the sound of your cat retching. Especially if it seems to happen all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s not exactly uncommon for a cat to vomit sometimes, especially after eating too quickly or when they need to hack up a hairball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But if your cat seems to vomit all the time, it’s time to dig deeper. Chronic vomiting in cats can be a sign of an underlying health issue that needs veterinary attention. Today, the team at Sacramento Cat Hospital<\/a> will share why vomiting can be a problem\u2014and what to do about it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

When is Vomiting a Problem in Cats?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your cat vomits more than once a week, or you notice other symptoms like weight loss, lethargy, or changes in appetite, it’s time for intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For medium or long-haired cats<\/strong>, hairballs are a common cause of occasional vomiting. These kitties often ingest large amounts of fur during grooming. The fur can accumulate in the stomach and lead to regurgitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But frequent hairballs should also<\/em> raise concern. Excessive grooming and repeated vomiting can point to other conditions. Cats with skin irritation due to food allergies<\/strong> might over-groom, which can lead to more hairballs and digestive issues. Plus, hairballs<\/strong> that cause blockages in your cat’s system can look a lot like symptoms of other diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Only veterinary intervention can solve the actual issue and get your kitty feeling better.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Potential Underlying Causes of Cat Vomit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Beyond hairballs<\/strong>, there are several medical issues that could be causing chronic vomiting in your kitty. One of the more common culprits is IBD<\/strong>, or inflammatory bowel disease. This condition causes inflammation of the digestive tract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The inflammation, in turn, leads to frequent vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss. Cats with IBD<\/strong> often need to eat a specialized diet and take medication to manage their symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another possible cause is an endocrine disorder<\/strong> like hyperthyroidism. This condition speeds up a cat\u2019s metabolism and can cause vomiting, increased hunger, weight loss, and restlessness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other concerning causes can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n