16-year-old cat constipated

Yes, a small amount of olive oil if she'll take it

it’s a well-known laxative for cats

Hi,

To help get her bowels moving, you can try giving your cat some well-cooked vegetables (as a source of fibre), mixed in with her usual food if that helps her eat them: courgettes and green beans are good options. It's best to use wet food rather than dry food for this. You could also add a drop of oil.

Avoid giving her milk; it won't help her pass any stools, and adult cats are generally lactose intolerant anyway.

Keep a close eye on her and check for any bowel movements. If the constipation doesn't improve within a few days, and especially if she seems to be getting worse (vomiting, rectal bleeding, lethargy, fever...), get her to the vet straight away. It could be a blockage or an obstruction, which can be fatal.

Hope this helps,

All the best,

Mathilde

Hi there,

No, milk is a big no-no as adult cats can't digest it very well at all. Instead, you could try adding some liquid paraffin to their wet food. This oil doesn't have any nutritional value, but it'll help them pass their stools.