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Why is my cat constipated on laxatives, not drinking, and curled up?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | neutered | 10 lbs

Mau Mau has been prescribed a laxative for rock hard, grey stool. He's been on it for three days and is either going rock hard or pure liquid. He's eating up a storm, but refusing to drink. He's belching and frequently curled up. What is going on with my kitty? What should I do?

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Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on August 1st, 2017

Sounds like Mau Mau is very constipated! The liquid you see may be coming around the hard stool in his colon. The belching could be a sign that gas isn't moving down so it comes up instead. Being in the curled up position more than normal may mean his belly hurts. You can try gently rubbing his tummy for comfort and to stimulate his bowel to move the firm stool. But if it continues much longer, you should have him re-examined by your vet for additional treatments or sedation to remove the firm stool. He may also need to go on a special food to prevent further constipation. This is a common issue in cats.
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