PUMPKIN

[tarasgirl06]

I often post lauding the benefits of pumpkin for feline digestion. Our online friends Zee & Zoey and their loving family have posted this article which gives details and measurements for those who are interested in trying this natural health supplement:
The Health and Digestive Benefits of Pumpkin for Cats for National Pumpkin Day

 

[Furballsmom]

Thanks very much for posting this

 

[aliceneko]

Thanks for sharing this, very useful to hear!

 

[ailish]

A lot of Ailish's food has pumpkin in it, and she eats to right down. I have nothing to compare her to, but digestively she is right on the money (knocking on wood) . Most specifically, she has a hair ball not even once a year, so somehow she is passing the hair the way it is supposed to go. Maybe she is this way naturally, but the pumpkin is certainly not hurting her.

 

[tarasgirl06]

A lot of Ailish's food has pumpkin in it, and she eats to right down. I have nothing to compare her to, but digestively she is right on the money (knocking on wood) . Most specifically, she has a hair ball not even once a year, so somehow she is passing the hair the way it is supposed to go. Maybe she is this way naturally, but the pumpkin is certainly not hurting her.

That's the great thing about natural health supports!

 

[abby-anne]

Sorry--I know this post is very old! Was just wondering if regular canned pumpkin is suitable? Trying to clear up some GI issues with my baby.
Thanks!

 

[tarasgirl06]

Sorry--I know this post is very old! Was just wondering if regular canned pumpkin is suitable? Trying to clear up some GI issues with my baby.
Thanks!

It is as long as it is pumpkin only -- NO spices!

 

[LTS3]

Yes, plain 100% pumpkin puree is fine to use. Libby's is one popular brand name in the US. Store generic brand will also work but double check the ingredients for any added stuff your cat doesn't need.

Portion out the can and freeze what you won't use up within a few days.

Pet stores sell pumpkin puree products but a small pouch costs about the same if not more than a can of puree you can buy at the supermarket or even a dollar store.

 

[abby-anne]

Yes, plain 100% pumpkin puree is fine to use. Libby's is one popular brand name in the US. Store generic brand will also work but double check the ingredients for any added stuff your cat doesn't need.

Portion out the can and freeze what you won't use up within a few days.

Pet stores sell pumpkin puree products but a small pouch costs about the same if not more than a can of puree you can buy at the supermarket or even a dollar store.

Amazing--thanks! If she isn't keen on the taste, do you know if there is any way that I can trick her into eating it?

 

[LTS3]

Some people mix a little pumpkin into canned food and add toppers if necessary.