Why is my cat having diarrhea and vomiting white foam?
Expert Answer
Diarrhea and vomiting white foam in a cat can be caused by several conditions, such as bacterial gastroenteritis, feline panleukopenia (distemper) from a virus, or poisoning. Based on your description, the cat has had these symptoms for several days, so we recommend taking it to a veterinary hospital promptly for diagnosis and effective treatment.
If your cat is regularly vaccinated, panleukopenia can be ruled out as a cause. Additionally, internal organ diseases such as pancreatitis or kidney failure may also produce diarrhea and white-foam vomiting.
In short, there are many possible causes, and we do not recommend blindly medicating the cat at home, as this may cause unnecessary harm. Seek professional veterinary diagnosis and treatment promptly to prevent the condition from worsening.