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My cat Rascal is 15 or 16 at this point, and has suffered from chronic constipation off and on for the last several years. I've tried all manner of things to try and keep her plumbing from locking up, and she's been to the vet for enemas several times.
After a recent bout almost killed her, I started feeding her blended concoctions consisting of fish-based wet food, 2 teaspoons of pumpkin, 3 teaspoons of water, and whatever medications I decide to give her that day. It has the consistency of baby food, but it too often turns to rocks inside her intestine.
Laxatone is somewhat effective, when I can get her to take it. Using a blender helped for awhile, but now Rascal can tell when it's in the food. She gives it a sniff and then scratches the floor to register her dissatisfaction.
Miralax seems effective, and Rascal is none the wiser, but it sounds like I can't give it to her long-term without risking problems.
I need something I can add to her food each day, to help keep her stool soft in a more natural way. Maybe milk, or oil or something? Any thoughts?
After a recent bout almost killed her, I started feeding her blended concoctions consisting of fish-based wet food, 2 teaspoons of pumpkin, 3 teaspoons of water, and whatever medications I decide to give her that day. It has the consistency of baby food, but it too often turns to rocks inside her intestine.
Laxatone is somewhat effective, when I can get her to take it. Using a blender helped for awhile, but now Rascal can tell when it's in the food. She gives it a sniff and then scratches the floor to register her dissatisfaction.
Miralax seems effective, and Rascal is none the wiser, but it sounds like I can't give it to her long-term without risking problems.
I need something I can add to her food each day, to help keep her stool soft in a more natural way. Maybe milk, or oil or something? Any thoughts?