When cats clean themselves, their tongues often pull loose hair from the coat. When swallowed, it can accumulate in the gastrointestinal tract. The nearly indigestible material becomes a "hairball" which can interfere with normal digestion and elimination. Symptoms of hairballs include constipation, straining during a bowel movement, dry cough and vomiting after meals. The use of Petromalt and regular brushing of the cat's coat will generally eliminate these problems.
To eliminate hairballs - For adult cats, feed a one-inch ribbon (2.5 cm) of Petromalt daily until symptoms disappear. Give between meals, either from your finger or by placing on your cat's front paw where it can be licked off readily.
To prevent hairballs - Feed adult cats a one-inch (2.5 cm) ribbon once or twice a week and brush frequently.
Use with kittens - For kittens over four weeks of age, feed a half-inch (1.5 cm) ribbon once or twice a week.
