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[streetdoc]

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Why in the world does my cat insist on eating/chewing on plastic??? Is there something missing from the diet? Is he weird? what can I do?
Ok, just curious
thanks
streetdoc

 

[CanadianDVM]

take it away from him.

 

[CookieBear]

Why in the world does my cat insist on eating/chewing on plastic??? Is there something missing from the diet? Is he weird? what can I do?
Ok, just curious
thanks
streetdoc

Err, I'm not a vet (yet)... but, from personal experience, make sure your cat's mouth is healthy, i.e., no dental disease or early problems. Your veterinarian can help you with that!

 

[Ladydvm]

I've also heard of cats eating strange things being associated with general stomach upset (nausea), and also... if your cat is actually eating the plastic (by that I mean *swallowing*) you should really speak to a veterinarian (in person).

And seeing as we're not supposed to give medical advice here anyway, that's probably your best bet. 😉