Update on Jack Cat

Hello friend, Two things have been mentioned in responses that very well can be the issue or both could be. Cats are very prone to hairballs. They clean themselves so much, that it is frequently the problem. However, there are simple remedies and expensive ones. You can add a little mineral oil to their food and that will help with hairballs. You don't have to do it with every feeding but I used to give mine about a teaspoonful every 3 days mixed in their food, and it stopped the vomiting. The other problem is symptomatic of a rescued animal whether it be dog or cat where they have had limited food. They tend to gulp their food because they are afraid that some thing will take it away, or they won't get enough. It does sound with the weight gain that Jack is doing really well and thriving nicely. It always makes me happy to hear of a rescued animal. Thanks for the discussion!

Well he's certainly come on in leaps and bounds my friend, from where he was, till where he is now. All that love, attention and warmth sure paid off. I love ginger cats, my beloved Zeus was ginger and white, I really wish I could have taken him with me, but because of the circumstance of how I left my ex that wasn't a possibility. I am sure Jack will get over his throwing up routine, do you know why he does that?

Hi savypat, It's great to know that Jack Cat is doing so well but I wonder why he is throwing up. Could it have anything to do with fur? Does he get fur in his mouth? Just a thought I expect you have that out. You are doing a good job of looking after him. Blessings.

KitKat vomits a lot too. Some cats are just sensitive. She does better when I don't switch foods a lot.

Hi, pat. It's good to hear from Jack. I think we told you that he would habituate now, didn't we? Cats can be such a special part of our families. The vomiting is most likely due to hairball(s). Some cat food is made with an ingredient that helps with hairball elimination. But some can be rather stubborn. I buy a gel that is flavored that I feed to my cat periodically for the problem. You might want to look into that. I just put about a one inch squeeze from the tube on her paw (or upper lip) and she licks it right off. This last tube that I bought yesterday is malt flavored. I just paid about $5 for it and it will last for months.

That is awesome to hear that you and your husband have adapted so well to having Jack as a part of your family. I also think that it is awesome that he has learned so much about the different rules of your household. I remember the last time that you were talking about Jack that the biggest concern that you seemed to have at that time was that he would claw you when you were not giving him enough attention, it is great that he is no longer doing that. I hope that you all have a long life together sharing your home with Jack.

I'm glad to hear Jack is thriving under your care. I think feeding him often but little is a good plan. I know some cats that have been starved will bolt their food and then have to throw it up.

Yes most pets are far more inteligent then we give them credit for. Glad you are having a great time with yours. And hes happy as well...