cat with hard tummy.

[Tammykidder]

I've noticed my cat has a hard tummy. He's three years old. I checked the poop in the litter box for worms, I didn't see any. I have three cat's all together. Back in July I started feeding them twice a day, i was just putting food in a large container and they ate when they wanted to. But I notice'd they were getting fat. Around 14 to 15 lbs each. I feed them in the morning at 8am and at 8pm. I feed them meox mix tender centers. But over the holiday i was low on cash so I was feeding them real cheap cat food. I've been back on track now they get the same kind, meow mix. I can't always say the same flavor. But anyway I spray the laundry room with lysonel every time i clean or change the kitty litter. Some I'm not sure why my cat has a hard tummy. The other two cats are four and two. They all have energy, there bouncing off the walls at night. They get plenty of water. But i've notice that they have been chewing on my kids barbie's. I need some help I cant' afford to take him to the vet. They are indoor cats. The cats are due for there rabie shots. The two are getting 3 yr and one is getting 1yr.

[rottlvr]

I'm not sure about cats, but a hard tummy in dogs is a VERY bad sign. I agree with opus, I would seperate the cats so you can monitor the "sick kid" a little better. I would definately give the vet a call, better safe than waiting to long and having one less kitty.
Good Luck

[opus88]

Hi, I will try and help you as much as I can. first of all clean using vinegar, lysol or bleach and other chemicals are very hard on kitties...

meow mix and all dry foods are very high in carbs..and carbs cause weight gain and many other health problems...such as diabetes. don't free feed, stick to a schedule..2x per day.
If at all possible feed canned food and your kitties will be much healthier, but if it must be dry than use a grain free type. And be very sure they have lots and lots of fresh water at all times.

Has the kitty had a bowel movement? kinda hard to know when there are multiple ones in the home, try isolating him to watch his bowel habits, the hard tummy could be he's constipated. this is common on high carb foods, especially if he's not drinking enough water.
monitor that and see. otherwise not sure I can guess, only a Vet doing an examination would be able to tell you.

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