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 Medicating cats can be difficult, but it is important to persevere and finish prescribed courses, as failure to do so will put your cat at risk. If you are having problems, ask your veterinarian for advice.
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Can I mix medicine with food?
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Unless the medication needs to be given on an empty stomach, you can try mixing the medicine with food. Use strong-smelling and tasty food to try to disguise the presence of the medicine. Some tablets can be crushed into powder, but some are coated so that they cannot be crushed. Some capsules can be opened and mixed with food, but check with your veterinarian first. Small tablets can be disguised within a piece of food or a treat, such as cheese or meat. Some cats will eat tablets coated in butter, honey, or even Vegemite.
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How do I give my cat a tablet?
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Giving your cat the tablet ensures he gets the full dose at the prescribed time. It is easier if you have 2 people.
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- Put the cat on a table and approach him from behind so that you encircle him in your arms
- Hold the front legs with your hands, and keep the cat close to your body to limit wriggling
- The person giving the tablet puts her thumb and second finger of her left hand over the cat’s head on either side of the jaw. As the head is lifted up, the cat’s mouth starts to open
- Holding the tablet between your thumb and forefinger, use your second finger to open the jaw
- Drop the tablet down the back of the throat, and if you are quick enough, follow it down with a push with your forefinger to ensure it has disappeared
- Using a pill popper or pill applicator makes the process much easier
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If your cat struggles, you can try wrapping him in a towel so that only the head is protruding. Remember the faster the process, the less stress to your cat, and the less he has time to struggle.
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Editor: Dr Julia Adams BVSc
Contributor: Dr Rebecca Bragg BVSc
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