28 Alley Cat Allies © 2025 Alley Cat Allies. All rights reserved. If you notice a community cat has diarrhea, quick action can make a lifesaving difference. Cats with this condition can easily dehydrate, as they are expelling water faster than they can intake it. Diarrhea can be the result of many conditions: parasites, thyroid conditions, infection or inflammatory condition. However, diarrhea can also simply be caused by too many variations in diet—changing from dry food to wet food, or too much variety in food brands or flavors. If a cat is experiencing chronic diarrhea, straining/struggling to go to the bathroom, vomiting, or decreased eating—you should make an appointment with the veterinarian right away. More ways to address and prevent diarrhea: • Change community cats’ water frequently. Wash water containers and provide fresh, clean water at least once a day. • Do not leave food out for more than 30 minutes (if cats are not actively eating it) when feeding community cats. Pick up all uneaten food each time you feed to avoid the development of bacteria and spoilage that can cause diarrhea. • Replace the cats’ food, and go for a high-fiber, highly-digestible cat food option. Diarrhea ANNIE New Jersey
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