Wednesday 15 February 2023

Why Do Cats Burp?



If you suddenly heard your cat burp and are wondering what the cause could be, there are a couple of reasons you can consider: 

      Excess air that your cat has swallowed while eating or taking her medicine needs to be released through burping. This situation is a rare case.

      Gastrointestinal issues are common in cats. Problems like a sensitive stomach, acid reflux, indigestion, and hairballs can cause your cat to burp.

      Because of gastrointestinal upset, your cat’s esophagus could be inflamed, which would lead to esophagitis and cause burping. The inflammation could also come from the scratching of the esophagus from your cat’s oral medicine.

      Anesthetic procedures can also cause burping. It is not a common cause for burping but, due to the effect the anesthetic would have on your cat’s digestion, it is possible. The burping can stop when the effects wear off. 

Take a proactive approach to your pet’s health with regular health and wellness checks at your vet London, ON.

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