Choking

Choking in dogs

Overview

It is not unusual for a dog to choke because they try to swallow the wrong thing.

Choking in cats

Overview

It is not unusual for a cat to choke because they try to swallow the wrong thing. Consider your home and the types of things laying around that your cat can easily get into.  Do you keep household items such as rubber bands, yarn, string, and dental floss within easy access of your cat? While commonly found in our homes, all of these items could become lodged in your cat's throat causing choking, strangulation, or even intestinal problems.

Symptoms

Signs of choking include:

Choking in cats

Overview

It is not unusual for a cat to choke because they try to swallow the wrong thing. Consider your home and the types of things laying around that your cat can easily get into.  Do you keep household items such as rubber bands, yarn, string, and dental floss within easy access of your cat? While commonly found in our homes, all of these items could become lodged in your cat's throat causing choking, strangulation, or even intestinal problems.

Symptoms

Signs of choking include:

Choking in dogs

Overview

It is not unusual for a dog to choke because they try to swallow the wrong thing.