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Pica in Cats

Pica is persistent ingestion of non-food items.

Pica is persistent ingestion of non-food items. Both medical and behavioral causes should be investigated because swallowed materials can create additional health risks.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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