How often should I give my cat hairball remedy?

Remedies for hairball control will come with clear instructions indicating how much of the remedy should be given and how often. It is important that you follow these instructions very carefully.

How long does it take for a cat to pass a hairball?

You should expect hairball remedies to work in a couple of days and for your cat to pass the hairballs in their poop. They are designed to work in a gentle and gradual way and many are given to a cat every day for seven days initially.

Does coconut oil help cats with hairballs?

Coconut oil is a safe dietary supplement that can be enjoyed by cats. It is useful in two ways. Firstly, it adds moisture and bulk to the food as it passes through the intestine. This is excellent for a cat's digestive health and helps to prevent the formation of hairballs. Secondly, coconut oil is an anti-inflammatory. If your cat has suffered any inflammation of their respiratory tract when they were regurgitating hairballs, it will help to calm it down. It can also soothe skin irritation and therefore discourage excessive grooming that can lead to hairballs. Many cats also love the taste!

Does wet cat food help with hairballs?

Anything that makes food pass through the intestines quickly will help with hairballs. The hair has less time to clump together and cause a problem. It is certainly true that feeding a diet of exclusively wet cat food to your cat will help with hairball control. However, not all cats like wet cat food and not all owners find it convenient. You may prefer to carry on feeding your cat dry food and use a hairball remedy instead. For long-haired cats and those particularly prone to hairballs, a wet food diet alone may not be enough to solve the problem. You may also have to use a hairball remedy.

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