Important note
FeliVitals is for tracking and organization. It does not diagnose IBD, distinguish IBD from lymphoma, recommend diets, change medication, or replace veterinary care.
Who this guide is for
This page is for caregivers whose cat has suspected or diagnosed inflammatory bowel disease and who want a clearer home record. IBD signs can overlap with parasites, food reactions, pancreatitis, liver disease, hyperthyroidism and intestinal lymphoma.
What daily care may involve
Veterinary care may include exams, bloodwork, fecal testing, imaging, B12 or folate checks, food trials, medication plans and rechecks. At home, records are most useful when they show food exposure, appetite, vomiting, stool and weight over time.
Symptoms worth recording
These signs do not diagnose IBD by themselves, but they are useful to record and discuss with your veterinarian:
- vomiting, hairball-like vomiting or nausea signs,
- diarrhea, mucus, blood, constipation or stool changes,
- weight loss, poor appetite or unusual hunger,
- low energy, hiding or abdominal discomfort,
- changes after food, treats, medication or supplements.
What you can track in FeliVitals
- Food and feeding: record meals, food amounts, calories, appetite and notes.
- Vomiting and stool: log symptoms, litter box sessions, stool quality and notes.
- Weight: follow body weight trends.
- Medications: record medication timing, missed doses and side-effect notes.
- Daily notes: keep diet trial notes and questions for your veterinarian.
A simple daily workflow
- Log meals, treats and appetite.
- Record vomiting, stool changes and litter box sessions.
- Add medications when given.
- Track weight on a consistent routine.
- Before a visit, review which changes happened with food or medication changes.
Prepare for your vet visit
A useful IBD visit summary may include food history, appetite, vomiting frequency, stool notes, weight changes, medication history and questions about testing, food trials or recheck timing.
Contact a veterinarian promptly for repeated vomiting, blood in stool, severe diarrhea, inability to eat, collapse, severe weakness, dehydration concerns, or any urgent change.
Related FeliVitals resources
- Feeding and appetite tracking
- Litter box tracking
- Cat symptom tracker
- Free cat health tools
- How to monitor appetite in cats
- How to prepare a cat health report for your vet
FAQ
Can FeliVitals tell whether symptoms are IBD or lymphoma?
No. These conditions can look similar. Your veterinarian decides which tests are needed.
Can I track food trials?
Yes. You can use food logs, appetite notes, symptoms and daily notes to keep the trial history clearer.
Can FeliVitals recommend a diet?
No. Diet changes and food trials should be planned with your veterinarian.