My cat started having diarrhea yesterday which most likely happened do to new cat food (which she has tried before&didn't have any issue). Today, I decided to give her her old food because she continues to have diarrhea(wet&runny) & scoots same as yesterday. There aren't any other symptoms like vomiting, only that she has a smaller appetite. Right after pooping today at night, I noticed she has blood around her anus, there isn't any blood on her poop tho. Is this urgent? Should we go to the vet?

Updated On October 14th, 2023

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 3 years and 4 months old

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Thank you for contacting PetCoach with your question about Elsa and for providing a picture, it's very helpful. Poor girl, you are correct that a sudden change in diet can cause diarrhea. Continuing diarrhea as well as scooting can cause the anus to be quite irritated and that may be the cause of the blood. She sounds pretty uncomfortable if she is scooting, and she is also showing she feels badly if her appetite is low. Given she has had diarrhea for over 24 hours, I do think seeing the vet is best. I do not think it's an emergency, so do not rush her to an ER vet tonight unless she stops eating, stops drinking, starts vomiting, and/or becomes very lethargic. Wait until the morning and if she is still having diarrhea then, I'd have her see the vet. I hope this helps!

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