Ragdoll Cats

Ragdoll cats groom themselves frequently by licking their fur. When this happens your cat swallows loose hair. This loose hair builds up in their stomach and forms a hairball. When your Ragdoll is unable to pass this hairball it throws up on your carpet.

Having a hairball is the most common cause of vomiting in cats. The gagging you hear when your Ragdoll is throwing up is related to vomiting; hairballs do not interfere with your cat’s breathing. An occasional hairball is normal for your Ragdoll cat; however, if your cat throws up frequently there could be a medical problem that needs to be addressed.

Hairballs can become lodged in the intestine and cause a blockage. When this happens it may be necessary to have the hairball surgically removed. When a hairball gets stuck it is not uncommon for it to grow to the size of a baseball. A baseball size hairball stuck in your Ragdoll would make one very sick kitty! If you suspect your Ragdoll may be suffering from intestinal blockage due to a hairball consult your veterinarian immediately.

There are steps you can take to reduce the frequency of hairballs. Grooming your Ragdoll cat on a regular basis will remove loose fur. This cuts down on the amount of fur your cat swallows. Feeding your cat a diet high in fiber can also help reduce hairballs. Fiber acts to clean the pipes, removing hair as it passes through your Ragdoll cat’s system. To learn more about preventing hairballs consult your veterinarian for advice specific to your cat.

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