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Cat with megacolon.

Species: Cat
Breed: mixture - tabby
Age: 11-15 years
My 12-year old cat was diagnosed with megacolon about five years ago. When he looks like he's having trouble going poop, I sometimes rub his belly to help the food move through. Is that okay? Or could that be a bad thing to do? Thanks for your response.


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Online vet, Dr. Marie

Dr. Marie replied:

It's perfectly fine to rub his belly, but it is unlikely that you are helping him.

You may be able to get some more help on your cat's condition by reading this article that I wrote about Megacolon in cats.

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