Shadow clears the house when deficating. Help.

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Alright guys. We have stinky situation at the moment.
When this cat goes its like bomb going off.
The cat box has really good cat litter in it for deodorizing and it doesn't make a dent.
He is being fed both Merrick and Instinct so its not poor food causing the problem.
His fecal analysis came back negative for parasites. I am pretty sure the vet used a broad spectrum dewormer just in case though.

Any ideas on what can be done to curb the odor? Herbs? I read parsley will decrease the odor on another forum. Not sure of the truth of that though.
I am a bit concerned that it could be something internal. Cat feces are supposed to be pretty on the tame side when the diet is correct.

Thanks guys.
 
Wendy&Tiggy said:
Whats the poop like? its not large and fluffy is it? How many times a day does he go?

Wendy
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Its solid and basically dry.

Seems to go once a day.
 
My precious angel girl kitty can clear the house, too. I just cover it with gravel when she goes, because she doesn't.
 
Have you talked with the vet? Color, consistency, frequency, and volume are all clues (for more info on feline GI tract function, go to Feline Constipation), where they give a thorough overview of its functioning.

Has this been a continual problem, or is it new?

Have there been any changes?

A little chlorophyll from a pinch or two of parsley isn't likely to hurt the cat.

Likewise, a small amount of probiotic isn't likely to hurt - ex Intelliflora, FortiFlora or a teaspoon of plain yogurt with active cultures.
 
BJM said:
Have you talked with the vet? Color, consistency, frequency, and volume are all clues (for more info on feline GI tract function, go to Feline Constipation), where they give a thorough overview of its functioning.

Has this been a continual problem, or is it new?

Have there been any changes?

A little chlorophyll from a pinch or two of parsley isn't likely to hurt the cat.

Likewise, a small amount of probiotic isn't likely to hurt - ex Intelliflora, FortiFlora or a teaspoon of plain yogurt with active cultures.
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He has been living in the woods for about 2.5 years if he is the litter mate to Silky.
Its just about a month now that we have had close contact.
 
BJM said:
The taming of the feral?
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Ha!
Actually he is not quite feral.
He has become a lap cat. I can carry him around and play with him.
Oh and he like to type on the keyboard. :lol:
He also comes to his name surprisingly.
I have a crate for a Great Dane on the bed. When I come in with food I point to it and he jumps right in.
He has touched his nose to mine several times indicating contentment. :smile:
The only thing he has to learn is how much pressure to apply with his teeth. Oh and they are quite large and sharp.
He has become quite playful with balls and toys.

All in all everything has gone quite well aside from getting the 2 cats to get along.
Oh and he has decided to become a finicky eater like Silky now that he is settled in. Luckily he likes the Wellness cubed chicken. Which is good since I have discovered anything with fish makes him sick.
Silky has gone back to Taste of the Wild. :(

As far as the fecal odor goes I thought at first it may have been the change in his diet. But its been a month now.
The one thing I notice is that he is thicker around the stomach than I believe a wild cat should be. I thought it was worms but the parasite tests came back negative. The vet didnt indicate anything was out of the ordinary.
 
I understand what you are going through. I have 7 cats that all eat the same thing. However, when Cracker goes, he can clear the neighborhood. :shock: :shock: :shock:

Priobiotics may help.
 
Lisa and Witn (GA) said:
I understand what you are going through. I have 7 cats that all eat the same thing. However, when Cracker goes, he can clear the neighborhood. :shock: :shock: :shock:

Priobiotics may help.
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LOL.
I was going to ask about probiotics.
 
The one thing I notice is that he is thicker around the stomach than I believe a wild cat should be. I thought it was worms but the parasite tests came back negative. The vet didnt indicate anything was out of the ordinary.
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You may be right. Cracker is a big boy. He is much fatter than the rest of the cats.
 
BJM said:
Its amazing what you can find on Amazon (and I wasn't even looking!)

Homeopathic Flatulence Preventer - Support digestive health and address common gas and unpleasant smells

And linked on page above:
Vet's Best Gas Busters, 90 Tab
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Anybody familiar with any of these ingredients?
The company has quite the lineup of products that are claimed to be homeopathic.

What are the Ingredients?
http://www.nativeremedies.com/petalive/ ... -cats.html
Flatulence Preventer is a 100% homeopathic formula and contains the following ingredients in therapeutic dosage: Carbo veg (30C), Chamomilla (3X), Mag phos (6X), Nux vom (C30), Pimpinella (3X), Sucrose.

Pimpinella (3X) has been used for centuries to promote healthy digestion.
Chamomilla (3X) is a natural digestive aid. It can help to soothe the tummy and also prevent the common 'rumbling stomach' syndrome and also helps to detoxify the system.
Mag phos (6C) is a biochemic tissue salt which is very helpful for the promotion of comfortable digestion and helps to maintain balance in the digestive tract as well as supporting healthy sleep patterns.
Carbo veg (30C) is a proven homeopathic remedy also recommended for digestive comfort. It is known as a natural purifier for its ability to absorb gases and toxins in the body. It also helps to promote healthy energy levels and feelings of vitality.
Nux vom (30C) is a proven homeopathic remedy with a variety of uses and is often prescribed for digestive health, helping to prevent common digestive gas.
Sucrose (inactive ingredient)
 
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Here is the little stinker in repose
 
BJM said:
A trial might be worth it, then.
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I am thinking about it.

I did notice the other day he is dragging his butt across the moving blanket in front of the crate.
Something is itching. Not sure if there is any relation there.
 
Anal gland impaction or infection can cause a mighty stink in the litter box!!! Perhaps a vet visit is in order? And/or some psyllium to bulk the feces and help the glands express naturally?
 
BJM said:
Anal gland impaction or infection can cause a mighty stink in the litter box!!! Perhaps a vet visit is in order? And/or some psyllium to bulk the feces and help the glands express naturally?
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Hmmm.
Well he is scheduled for booster shots this coming Monday. I'll ask the vet about it.
 
BJM said:
So what was it? Anal glands?
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I have no idea what did it.
So far so good though.

He's gone from nuclear to virtually odor free. Keeping my fingers crossed. There seems to have been a decrease in intensity from the urine as well.

The vet didnt find any infection in the glands. He agreed it could be tape worms.
The doc hit him again with a broad spectrum dewormer. I hit him with Revolution.
I have been feeding regular Wellness Chunk Chicken entree and switched to Wellness Signature Shredded Chicken and Turkey entree.
There are no guar gum, cranberries, peas, carrots or broccoli in the signature brand.
 
Its been about 5 days. Still virtually odor free.

Have noticed that his feces have changed from dark black to a greenish tinge?
 
I had 1 can of that other Wellness and fed it to him.
He just blew me out of the room a few minutes ago. :shock: :shock:

It must be the veggies.
 
Perhaps he needs a drop or two of Bean-O ... or other digestive enzymes.

Maybe talk w/vet about enzyme deficiency and empirically giving some enzymes to see if it helps. Mercola makes some and they are OTC.
 
BJM said:
Perhaps he needs a drop or two of Bean-O ... or other digestive enzymes.

Maybe talk w/vet about enzyme deficiency and empirically giving some enzymes to see if it helps. Mercola makes some and they are OTC.
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The vet said acidophiles supplements would be fine.
I also ordered SeaMeal by Solid Gold.

Seems the Signature brand of Wellness agrees with his digest. Wish I had Carb info on it though.
 
Lactobaccillus is a probiotic, not an enzyme. It may help some.

Mercola maKes a pet-specific enzyme product if you want to go the empirical route of just seeing if it helps.
 
Lactobaccillus is a probiotic, not an enzyme. It may help some.

Mercola maKes a pet-specific enzyme product if you want to go the empirical route of just seeing if it helps.
 
Lactobaccillus is a probiotic, not an enzyme. It may help some.

Mercola maKes a pet-specific enzyme product if you want to go the empirical route of just seeing if it helps.
 
BJM said:
Lactobaccillus is a probiotic, not an enzyme. It may help some.

Mercola maKes a pet-specific enzyme product if you want to go the empirical route of just seeing if it helps.
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Ok. I get the point. LOL. :-D
 
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