How dangerous can laxatives be for a cat?

Constipation can be painful and even fatal, so don't let your cat suffer. You need to get this list of safe laxatives that can bring your pet relief. read more

Please, please, please never dose any pet with any human medication unless directed to do so by that animal's veterinarian. If you think your cat needs a laxative, offer some fresh grass (untreated with chemicals) you can grow a container indoors just for your cat. If the cat is really in distress, take him/her to the vet. read more

As with anything else you'd feed your cat, read the ingredients label to make sure the laxative you choose doesn't contain anything you know your cat is allergic to. Constipation can be uncomfortable at its mildest and life threatening at its worst, so call your vet to discuss using a laxative, and get his or her expert opinion whether this is the right treatment for your pet. read more

TREATING A CONSTIPATED CAT . Five steps are involved in relieving constipation in cats (see the sidebar “The steps in treating constipation in cats” for an overview of the treatment process). Step 1: Rehydration . The cornerstone of therapy for constipation is rehydration and maintenance of a hydrated state. read more