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Why does my cat often regurgitate after eating? Should I be worried?

Updated on September 23, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

My cat seems to regurgitate often when he eats. Why is this happening? Should I be worried?

4 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 27, 2018

I would first make sure that he is not eating too much or too fast. This is a common reason for a cat to regurgitate or vomit straight after a meal. You can try feeding less food at a time and see if that helps. Try feeding just a spoonful of food every 15 minutes and see if that helps. If it does, then you may consider purchasing a slow-feeder product at the pet store.

Regurgitation can indicate a problem like esophageal stricture, so if this persists, then I'd recommend having him evaluated by a vet. It's important to differentiate between true regurgitation and vomiting; so if this continues, it would be good to take video of it and show it to your vet. Below is a link to more information about vomiting in cats that will help you determine the seriousness of his current condition.

https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/vomiting-in-cats

I hope that helps and Batman gets better soon.

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Related Answers from Veterinarians

Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA
Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
Published on October 21, 2017
If he continues to vomit then tomorrow he should be seen by a veterinarian. Intestinal obstruction, pancreatitis, or even just gastritis could be the potential problem. They may recommend an x-ray and possibly lab work . Best of luck and I hope he improves soon.
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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM
Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident
Published on February 24, 2019
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I am so sorry you are going through this difficult time. You have done everything right by getting another opinion and doing an ultrasound. At this point more advanced diagnostics like endoscopy and biopsies for instance may be helpful. I would recommend you consider having him evaluated by a veterinary internal medicine specialist who may have more insight on what may be going on. In the meantime, they may consider medications such as appetite stimulants and anti-nausea medications. I really hope he gets better. Best of luck!
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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on October 20, 2019
Hi, and thanks for your question.
These signs could be compatible with an inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed.
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