“” This calico doesn’t look too pleased with its food. Jaromir / Getty Images While occasional gas is normal, too much gas can stem from underlying conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal parasites or a digestive disorder. These issues disrupt the intestinal tract, affecting gut bacteria and leading to more gas production. Sometimes, microbial imbalances […]

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This calico doesn’t look too pleased with its food. Jaromir / Getty Images

While occasional gas is normal, too much gas can stem from underlying conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal parasites or a digestive disorder. These issues disrupt the intestinal tract, affecting gut bacteria and leading to more gas production.

Sometimes, microbial imbalances in the GI tract can be triggered by dietary changes or infections. If cats pass gas more than usual and show other symptoms like weight loss, bloody stool, vomiting or stomach upset, they need veterinary attention.