Does olive oil on dry cat food help with constipation?

Answer 1

Yes, adding olive oil to dry cat's food can help remedy constipation but, if it lasts for more than 3 days, you need to seek your vet's advice. Adding 1 tablespoon daily can help to prevent furballs, improve overall health & give a healthy & shiny coat.

There are other oils that can be used instead of olive oil. Salmon oil and Evening Primrose oil are two oils that a cat can benefit greatly from in the way of skin, fur and joint health. You can also add a weekly treat of oily fish such as sardines or mackerel (best in spring water), or even scraps of plain fatty meat (such as skin from a chicken) either raw or cooked, depending on what your cat prefers.

Both these oils can be found in most health shops and can be added to the cat's meal a couple of times a week. Only a few drops are needed each time.

Answer 2

You can use it, but it would be better to feed oily fish or a little pulped pumpkin. Add a little to its food at every feeding until symptoms stop. If the cat is still constipated after 48 hours, you may want to take the animal to a vet. If left too long constipation could cause much more serious problems.

Answer 3

Kittens will only need a very tiny amount - a few drops mixed with a little food may be sufficient. Alternatively, feeding some oily fish such as mackerel or sardines will have the same effect, and the strong fish smell may coax the kitten to eat.

Be sure to take the kitten to the vets if the constipation hasn't cleared up within two days. If left untreated, constipation can be incredibly dangerous, especially for a kitten.

Answer 4

Yes. Olive oil acts as a laxative and lubricates the dog's digestive system. Alternatively, feeding a little oily fish will have the same effect, with the bonus of all the fatty acids such as Omega 3 and 6 which promote healthy skin, fur and joints.

Be sure to visit a vet if the constipation does not clear up within two or three days.

Answer 5

Yes