Mucus is a viscous material produced by the mucous layer of your windpipe. Its job is to lubricate your nose and throat. But, infection or some other kind of disorder causes mucus to thicken up and start accumulating in your throat.
If you do wish to give your cats milk, then you can buy lactose-free cat milk (lactose is the sugar found in milk) from your pet food store, vets or supermarket, but itâs not essential. Indeed, some cats will not drink milk at all. Read our advice about giving your cat soya milk.
Causes of Lactose Intolerance. When adult cats eat milk or cheese, many of them will develop lactose intolerance symptoms such as gas, bloat, abdominal pain, and loose bowel movements. The reason that most cats experience these symptoms when they eat dairy products is that their digestive symptoms are not designed to handle these types of foods.