Best cat hairball remedies to prevent blockages

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The best hairball remedies for cats include gels, treats, supplements, and foods.

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While small amounts of ingested hair usually pass through a cat's digestive tract without issue, too much hair can ball up and become trapped inside the stomach. In such cases, the cat may eventually cough up the hairball. Treating and preventing hairballs in cats is essential to avoid the risk of a dangerous intestinal obstruction.