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My cat has orange, runny diarrhea and is pooping uncontrollably.

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | unneutered | 10 lbs

My cat is pooping and he doesn't even know it's happening it's orange and very runny I just recently noticed he what tape worn could that be why he's like that

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Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on September 20th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Diarrhea can occur from many gastrointestinal conditions like tape worms or other parasites as you mentioned. Other possibilities include dietary indiscretion, inflammatory bowel disease, among others. I recommend that you have Oliver evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Worms are easily treatable and treatment can result in resolution of diarrhea relatively quickly. I hope that Oliver gets all better quickly!
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