Your cat is a big part of your life, and you want her to be as comfortable as she can be in your care. This means taking the time to help her with any issues that arise, like hairballs. How can you help her cope with these?

Hairballs stem from a collection of fur your pet ingests when cleaning herself. This means that you can help reduce the number of hairballs she has by removing shed fur by another means. This can be done by brushing her regularly, and making sure you are helping her foster a healthy coat by encouraging her to maintain healthy habits. If necessary, you can also talk to your cat’s veterinarian about foods designed to help with hairballs already in her system to keep her more comfortable. For additional information, please contact your local Cedar Rapids, IA vet.