Disease-Specific nutrition plan

Hairball & Digestive Care Plan

By CityPaws Animal Hospital, Lahore · active

This is a general recommendation based on pet profiles — not a veterinary prescription. Consult a vet before major diet changes.

Goal

Cut down hairballs and support digestion in long-haired cats.

Suited to

Cat · all breeds · age 12–120 mo · 3–6 kg · Hairballs, sensitive digestion

Daily target

230 kcal · 3 meals/day · 60-day plan

Feeding schedule

8 AM, 2 PM and 9 PM

Food quantities

45–60 g of hairball-control or breed-specific dry food a day, plus one wet meal.

Foods to include

High-fibre dry food, Wet food daily, Cat grass, Plain pumpkin (1 teaspoon)

Foods to avoid

Cow's milk, Onion and garlic, Chocolate, Raw fish, Salty or spiced leftovers

Supplements

Omega-3 fish oil daily. Hairball malt paste twice a week.

Water

At least 50 ml per kg of body weight a day. A fountain or a second bowl encourages drinking.

Special instructions

Brush long coats every day — less swallowed hair means fewer hairballs.