Vomiting in cats

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What Causes Cats to Vomit?
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What Should I Do If My Cat Vomits Frequently? What Other Symptoms Should I Watch For? When Is It Time to See the Vet? What Are Some Treatment Options?
ASPCA logoYou have probably seen your cat vomit from time to time without much concern. Vomiting can be a result of something minor, like a cat consuming his meal too quickly, or it can be a sign of a much more serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. Usually, a cat vomits because he ate something disagreeable, ate too much or played too soon after dinner. Vomiting can also be associated with gastrointestinal or systemic disorders.

Some causes for a sudden episode of vomiting, or acute vomiting, include:

Bacterial infection of the gastrointestinal tract
Diet-related causes (diet change, food intolerance)
Gastric or intestinal foreign bodies (toys, hairballs)
Intestinal parasite
Acute kidney failure
Acute liver failure or gall bladder inflammation
Pancreatitis
Post-operative nausea
Toxins or chemicals
Viral infections
Certain medications