Cat hairballs: Digestibility and the impact of fibre evaluated

Veterinarians often face the challenge of helping cat owners limit the extent to which their cats produce hairballs. The problem is a nuisance for both the cat and the owner, and could even lead to morbidity. This report takes a nutritional viewpoint from different studies to assess the impact of hairballs on nutrient digestibility and strategies to help control the formation of hairballs. On average, cats spend a quarter of the day licking. This natural hygienic behaviour, which uses the cat