What should I do if my cat can’t poop? ——A complete guide to cause analysis and solutions
Recently, pet health topics have become increasingly popular on major social platforms, with "cat constipation" becoming one of the most concerning issues for cat owners. This article combines the hot discussion data of the entire network in the past 10 days to provide structured solutions for shit scrapers.
1. Statistics of hot spots across the entire network (last 10 days)

| platform | Amount of related topics | Maximum heat value | Main focus of discussion |
|---|---|---|---|
| 186,000 | 3.245 million | home emergency response | |
| little red book | 92,000 | 568,000 | Diet plan |
| Zhihu | 43,000 | 872,000 | medical diagnosis |
| Tik Tok | 231,000 | 5.124 million | Massage techniques |
2. 5 core causes of cat constipation
According to the latest clinical data released by pet doctor @猫paw Alliance:
| Ranking | reason | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Not enough water | 42% |
| 2 | Hair ball clogged | 28% |
| 3 | Diet structure | 15% |
| 4 | lack of exercise | 10% |
| 5 | Pathological factors | 5% |
3. Phased solution
1. Mild constipation (no bowel movement for 1-2 days)
• Increase water intake: It is recommended to use mobile water dispensers. Recently, Douyin’s popular model “PETWATER 3rd Generation” has measured a 40% increase in water intake.
• Pumpkin diet therapy: Xiaohongshu’s popular formula “pumpkin + yogurt” is mixed in a ratio of 1:3
2. Moderate constipation (no bowel movement for 3-5 days)
• Selection of hair removal cream: Top 3 brands evaluated by Weibo - Red Dog (89% positive), Junbao (82%), Weishi (79%)
• Abdominal Massage: Refer to Douyin’s million-like video “Five Steps for Cat Gastrointestinal Massage”
3. Severe constipation (more than 5 days)
• Indications for immediate medical treatment: Symptoms such as vomiting, refusal to eat, abdominal swelling, etc.
• Emergency preparation: Zhihu highly recommends preparing “defecation record of the past 3 days + diet list” in advance
4. Popularity list of preventive measures
| measure | Difficulty of implementation | effectiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Daily grooming | ★☆☆☆☆ | 92% |
| Wet food feeding | ★★☆☆☆ | 88% |
| Cat grass planting | ★★★☆☆ | 76% |
| exercise plan | ★★★★☆ | 68% |
5. Special reminder
Recently, many "Kaiselu abuse incidents" have been exposed on Weibo, and pet doctor @猫狗 particularly emphasized:Unauthorized use of human medicinal products is strictly prohibited, incorrect operation may cause intestinal damage. In case of emergency, it is recommended to give priority to contacting the 24-hour pet emergency department (emergency hotlines in key cities across the country can be found on the official website of the Chinese Veterinary Medical Association).
The statistical period of the data in this article is: November 1-10, 2023. Covered platforms include but are not limited to mainstream social platforms such as Weibo, Douyin, Xiaohongshu, Zhihu, and Bilibili. It is recommended to collect and forward this article to help more parents of furry children cope with emergencies.
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