Section 1: Causes of Persian Cat Digestive Sensitivity
- Breed-Specific Risks
- 28% fewer intestinal villi density vs. domestic shorthairs
- MCT1 gene mutation affects fat absorption in 37% individuals
- Environmental Triggers
- High-grain diets (>15%) increase IBD risk by 3x
- 42% develop stress colitis during diet transitions
Section 2: Dietary Management Guidelines
1. Optimal Food Criteria
- Protein: Hydrolyzed rabbit/deer protein (single-source)
- Fiber blend: 3:1 soluble/insoluble ratio (psyllium + pumpkin)
- Avoid: Corn gluten, carrageenan, artificial dyes
2. Transition Schedule
Days 1-3: 25% new food Days 4-6: 50% new food Days 7-9: 75% new food Day 10+: Full transition
Monitor stool consistency using Bristol Fecal Chart
Section 3: Targeted Nutritional Therapy
1. Probiotic Protocol
- Core strain: Bifidobacterium animalis BB-12® (1×10^9 CFU daily)
- Synbiotic boost: FOS:MOS at 2:1 ratio
- Timing: Avoid concurrent antibiotic use
2. Enzyme Supplementation
- Pancreatic enzymes: Lipase ≥6,000 USP units per meal
- Administration: Mix with wet food 15 mins pre-feeding
3. Diarrhea Emergency Care
- Smectite powder: 50mg/kg bid (max 3 days)
- ORS solution: WHO formula at 5ml/kg/hour