Reply #20: Is the kitty with the hairball problem long-haired? [View All]

If so, she could benefit from Laxatone, which prevents hairballs. When I adopted a long-haired cat, my vet sent me home with a tube of it on my very first visit. It can be put on kitty's nose or paws, for her to lick off, or in food. According to my vet, it kind of slides the hair out of the cat, preventing hairballs. I also used it for my short-haired cat, though she only had the occasional problem. This would save you from having to get different foods and you could determine how much of it each cat needs and how often. It can also serve as a laxative, if needed, in a higher or more frequent dose. There are instructions on the box, for both hairball prevention or use as a laxative, but each cat is different. It also comes in caramel and tuna flavors. Each of my cats preferred a different flavor. You can get it from your vet, but I've also seen it in pet stores, over-the-counter.

http://www.bullwrinkle.com/index.html?ShoppingPages/laxatone-cat-hairball-remedy.htm~indexmain

I agree with you that the better quality diet that you feed your pets, the better off you are. My vet has said that this is the most important thing that you can do for your pet (I have both cats and dogs), since it is the most important factor in determining health and longevity. Good luck with this!

As for the kitty with the tooth problems, my cat, who I rescued from outside, also had dental problems and had to have many of her teeth removed. I always fed her canned food, since it was easier for her, but also left out dry food and tartar control treats, if she wanted them.:-)