My Cat Ate A Rubber Band

If your cat ate a rubber band it might be that they want to eat but are unable to because of obstructions or discomfort.

My cat ate a rubber band. Some cats like to eat weird things and some cats like to eat really weird things. The presence of a linear foreign body like a rubber band in the intestine may lead to intussusception. If the cat cut and ate the rubber band one end could become trapped in the stomach while the other passes into the intestine. But if she stops eating acts lethargic or has repeated episodes of vomiting then this could indicate an intestinal blockage in that case she would need to be seen by a vet immediately since she may need surgery to remove it.

Loss of appetite shouldnt be underestimated especially in the presence of other symptoms such as diarrhea. If you notice that your cutie has a penchant for eating rubber bands instead of dismissing her behavior as simply zany consider that she may be dealing with pica a compulsive eating behavior. The rubber band may pass through just fine or she may throw it up later on her own. I didnt know for sure but tonight i found three pieces about an inch or 2 each in the stool but i dont know which o.

If you spot your cat munching on rubber bands pica may be to blame.