Ensure optimal digestion
As natural groomers, cats ingest a significant amount of hair during routine licking. Normally, this hair passes through the gastrointestinal tract and is eliminated in the faeces. However, when the digestive system isn’t moving optimally, due to slow gut motility, low fibre intake, dehydration, or inflammation, hair can accumulate in the stomach or intestines, forming hairballs.
Dealing with hairballs
Although sometimes considered a minor grooming side effect, for some cats, recurrent hairballs can indicate a deeper issue with regards to intestinal health. Proactive management is key with hairballs and regular grooming as well as correct diet and hydration are vitally important.
Additional gut mobility support may be required to ensure efficient transit or hair and to prevent accumulation. Nutritional supplements that help lubricate the digestive tract and promote gentle mobility, such as Movipet, can be highly effective.
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