Hello, all! As to be expected with a multi-cat household, the ocassional poop crisis is to be expected. Luckily, we're not experiencing anything major at the moment, although Sorrel has had a few half-formed stools lately (solid, well-formed pieces followed by a cow patty). Ocassionally, she also has some rather large (but well-formed, not dry) stools, such as one she passed yesterday. Some of these irregularities I believe are caused by the hairball treats I feed them sometimes, which can have a laxative effect, but other than that I haven't fed anything questionable or witnessed any of them eating foreign objects. Because I am a paranoid cat parent, I am constantly checking the litter box and freaking myself out over my findings. In Sorrel's case, I was wondering if feline megacolon often presents these types of symptoms. She's not experiencing constipation; her stools are not abnormally dry or hard, and sizeable stools aren't completely unexpected for a cat her size. She is normal in all other aspects and seems as passionate as ever about her food. If megacolon is typically associated with chronic constipation, I'm doubting that's what she is experiencing. However, if anyone has experience with this condition and knows what to watch for, your input is highly welcome and appreciated.
Furthermore, to encourage regularity across the board, I wanted to know if anyone has had success in using a probiotic like Fortiflora in a multi-cat household and what differences you've noticed after using it. I'm considering it especially for our senior cat, Stewie, to kep things regular and ensure he's getting enough nutrients out of his diet.
Furthermore, to encourage regularity across the board, I wanted to know if anyone has had success in using a probiotic like Fortiflora in a multi-cat household and what differences you've noticed after using it. I'm considering it especially for our senior cat, Stewie, to kep things regular and ensure he's getting enough nutrients out of his diet.
