My cat ​​ate an “Daifuku”. What should I do?

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What to Do If Your Cat Ate a Daifuku

Daifuku is a Japanese rice cake filled with sweet bean paste and often wrapped in mochi. While mochi is not toxic to cats, it can be a choking hazard due to its sticky texture. Ingestion of the sweet bean paste filling can also cause gastrointestinal upset.

Symptoms to Watch For

  • Choking (difficulty breathing, gagging, coughing)
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Lethargy

Steps to Take

  1. Stay calm. Panicking will only make the situation worse.
  2. Contact your veterinarian immediately. Explain the situation and seek guidance.
  3. Do not induce vomiting. This could worsen the choking hazard or cause aspiration pneumonia.
  4. If your cat is choking:
  5. Try to remove the mochi gently with your fingers or a pair of tweezers.
  6. If you cannot remove it, perform the Heimlich maneuver for cats.
  7. Monitor your cat closely. Watch for any symptoms of distress and contact your veterinarian if they occur.

Prevention

To prevent your cat from eating daifuku or other potentially hazardous foods, follow these tips:

  • Keep daifuku and other sugary treats out of reach of your cat.
  • Supervise your cat when it is eating.
  • Feed your cat a balanced diet to prevent them from seeking out unhealthy foods.

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