Most hairballs are the result of too much ingested hair, GI issues, or a moisture-deficient or poor-quality diet.
| The feline digestive tract is built to handle a certain amount of fur. But when fur builds up in the stomach, the body knows it has to get rid of it. This is when hairballs are thrown up, rather than landing in the litter box. |
| Skin conditions such as allergies or parasites can cause over-shedding and over-grooming, leading to overconsumption of fur. |
Cats eating a kibble-only diet are often lacking the moisture for organs to function properly. A GI tract that is moisture deficient is less equipped to transport a hairball.
Poor-quality foods have been linked to impaired gut health and microbiome imbalances.
Cats eating a poor quality diet often shed more
How to help your healthy cat avoid hairballs :
- Brush or comb your cat
- Feed a high-quality, moisture-rich diet
- Add a fiber source to your cat’s meals
- Add omega-3s
- Add a high-quality probiotic and digestive enzymes
- Add a small amount of coconut oil to your cat’s diet.
Check with your vet to make sure there isn’t a more serious health problem.