More Than a Hairball
What Rosie’s Belly Was Trying to Say
Why Your Cat’s Hairballs Aren’t “Just Normal” And How Energy Work Helped Rosie
Okay, cat parents, let’s talk about a topic that’s both gross and wildly underrated: hairballs. Yes, those surprise little clumps you step on at 2 a.m. or hear being wretched up during your favorite show.
Most people think hairballs are just “a cat thing.” But the truth? They’re a message.
And if your kitty is coughing them up regularly, it might be time to tune in.
Wait — Aren’t Hairballs Normal?
Sure, occasional hairballs (like less than once a month) are normal for most cats, especially long-haired fluffballs. Cats naturally swallow fur when they bathe themselves, and ideally, it makes its way through the digestive system without issue.
But if your cat’s hacking up hairballs weekly, or even more, something’s off.
Red flags to watch for:
Chronic vomiting (even if it’s not hairballs)
Constipation or diarrhea
Loss of appetite or weight changes
Lethargy or behavior shifts
Gagging without producing a hairball
And here’s the thing: underlying digestive issues, stress, food sensitivities, or energy imbalances can all be at play here.
Meet Rosie: The Ginger Tabby With a Hairball Habit
I want to tell you about Rosie, a sweet, 5-year-old short-haired ginger tabby (which is extra special because most ginger tabbies are boys!). She’s a curious girl who loves birdwatching from the lanai and sitting on her mom’s lap while she works or watches TV.
Rosie had always been a hairball kinda gal, but what started as an occasional thing turned into a weekly event… and then 2–3 times a week. Along with that came constipation, more hiding, and less lap time.
Her mom thought, like many of us do, that it was just part of having a cat.
We weren’t even talking about hairballs when she came to me, she reached out for help with her dog, Gracie. It was in a casual “cats and their hairballs” conversation that I felt we needed to check in on Rosie too.
What the Pendulum Revealed
When I connected with Rosie and used my pendulum to assess her energy, it was clear:
Her lower chakras, the ones around the stomach, gut, and tail, were stagnant. No movement.
This is huge because those areas aren’t just tied to digestion. They’re also connected to:
Safety and security
Emotional grounding
Family bonds and grief
The ability to release and process emotions (yep, even for cats)
In an animal communication session, Rosie showed me feelings of loss and grief.
Her mom shared that Rosie’s feline mom had crossed over about four months prior… and around that same time, her human mom went through a tough separation. There had been so many changes in their little family unit.
And it wasn’t just emotional — the stress was showing up physically too.
The Healing Plan
We did an energy healing session for both Rosie and her mom, because our animals are deeply connected to us — when their humans are holding grief, stress, or imbalance, our pets often mirror or absorb it. Supporting mom’s emotional well-being was just as important as helping Rosie, so they could both start to heal together. From there, we created a plan to support Rosie’s gut health, since the emotional weight she was carrying had been amplifying a pre-existing, low-level digestive issue she’d quietly lived with for years.
We started with:
A species-appropriate, gut-friendly diet
Gentle herbs and botanicals
And one very special flower essence: Waratah, which Rosie chose for both herself and her mom. (Side note — animals are incredible at choosing what they need.)
The Results
That very night, Rosie was back on her mom’s lap.
Within two weeks, the hairballs became less frequent.
Now — remember, Rosie had been coughing up hairballs for four years. Since we took a holistic approach we are addressing the root cause, not just masking the symptoms. True healing from the inside out takes time. But by the five-month mark, it had been an entire month since she’d expelled a hairball.
The emotional work softened the grief. The gut support healed the imbalance.
And Rosie? She reclaimed her sunny spot on the lanai and her favorite spot on mom’s lap.
The Bigger Lesson: Hairballs Are Messages
Next time you step on one of those cold, damp little surprises, don’t just groan and grab a paper towel. Your cat’s body is telling you something.
Hairballs are like your cat’s version of a sticky note saying “Hey… something’s off.”
And while digestion is part of it, emotional health matters too.
Energy work can be a beautiful tool to uncover what your animal’s body and spirit are really trying to say. Whether it’s grief, stress, a physical imbalance, or a call for more hydration and gut love — it’s worth listening.
Want to Know What Your Cat’s Energy Is Saying?
I love helping pet parents tune into their animals on a deeper level. Whether it’s hairballs, hiding, or behaviors you can’t quite explain — there’s always a reason.
And sometimes, all it takes is a pendulum, a conversation, and an open heart.
Your cat deserves to be heard.
And you deserve answers.
Disclaimer: The information shared in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only. I am not a veterinarian, and my services are intended as a complementary practice to support your pet’s overall well-being. They are not a substitute for professional veterinary care, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your veterinarian regarding any medical concerns, conditions, or treatments your pet may require.
I’m Melissa, an animal communicator and energy healer with a diverse background in holistic animal health. I’m passionate about helping animals live their best lives naturally, and I share insights from my own experiences with my seven dogs and four cats on our farm sanctuary.
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