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    Why do cats throw up when they eat too fast?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
    Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
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    A greedy eater tends to swallow a lot of air into the stomach. Then when the stomach contracts as part of normal digestion, the air pocket tends to propel the food back out again.
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    Why is my cat so hungry all the time?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
    Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
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    Some cats are plain greedy, but you should always get the cat checked by a vet in case of a health problem. The most common condition that makes older cats greedy is hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid glands.
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    Why does my cat throw up after eating wet food?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
    Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
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    If the cat is only sick after wet food, it may be they either eat it too quickly or have an intolerance to an ingredient in the food. But please get the cat checked by a vet to rule out a health condition.
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    How do I get my cat to stop throwing up?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
    Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
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    Rule out simple problems such as hairballs (with regular grooming) and parasites (with deworming). Make sure the cat eats more slowly, and if they continue to be sick, then see a vet.
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