Sometimes the cat gets sick and needs help. However, feeding a pill to a fluffy four-legged friend is quite difficult, since not every cat eats the medicine on its own. Usually, the owner of the animal has to take the most direct part in this whole process. There are different ways to feed your cat with pills.
Instructions
Step 1
If cat tablets can be given with food, crush the medication and stir it in a little cat food. It is best to mix the pill into her favorite treat so that the cat does not refuse the proposed treat. For example, minced meat.
If the medication is for the cat is a capsule or coated tablet, it is best not to mix the medication with food. It is highly likely that in a crushed state, such tablets for cats will not be absorbed - they must be given to the animal as a whole.
Step 2
If you are thinking about how to feed your cat a pill whole, first of all assess how aggressive your animal can behave. If the cat is calm enough, place it on some smooth surface (such as a table) where it will have nothing to cling to.
Then, wrap your hand around the cat's head so that on one side you can press down on the jaw with your index finger and on the other with your thumb. Pull the cat's head back slightly. If the cat does not open its jaw, use the index finger of the other hand to open its mouth and place the tablet on the root of the tongue. Then close your cat's mouth and hold it in this state, but try not to cover your nose with your palm. Keep the cat's head tilted back until it swallows the pill. You can lightly stroke the cat's throat to help it swallow the medicine.
Step 3
How to feed a cat with pills if he is very afraid or shows aggression? First, limit the freedom of the animal, for this you can wrap it up in a thick blanket so that only the muzzle remains outside. Better yet, have someone help you hold the cat wrapped in a blanket. Give the cat the tablet as described above. During all these manipulations, talk to the animal in an affectionate and soothing tone.
