Change in Diet

• Many cats favor soft canned food and dairy products such as cream or milk, but these foods can cause diarrhea. While symptoms persist, feed your cat bland, dry food containing rice, which is easier to digest than other grains.
  
  

Plenty of Water

• Diarrhea results in water loss, which can cause cats to become dehydrated. Always offer your cat as much fresh water as it can drink, whether or not it has diarrhea.
  
  

Natural Supplements

• Natural oral supplements can relieve diarrhea symptoms. Products containing peony can relieve pain and inflammation and fight bacteria. Products containing myrrh or mullein can also relieve the discomfort associated with diarrhea.
  
  

Veterinary Care

• Cats with persistent or painful diarrhea require medical care. The veterinarian will conduct a routine physical exam including fecal analysis to detect the presence of bacteria, and may X-ray your cat to detect the presence of parasites. If your cat has parasites, the vet may need to deworm your cat. If your cat has a bacterial infection, the vet will recommend antibiotics. Follow the vet's instructions for administering the required medication.