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‘Colin’ is a 10‐month‐old male neutered British shorthair cat. He presents with a 3‐month history of waxing and waning diarrhoea. He is otherwise lively and well, and his appetite is normal. Vomiting has not been observed. Diarrhoea is semi‐formed to liquid, passed frequently in small volumes, sometimes with tenesmus. Mucus and blood are occasionally seen.

Colin is an indoor‐only cat and is up to date with routine vaccinations and parasite control. He is fed a commercial balanced diet suitable for his age. He was rehomed from a multi‐cat household, and his previous owner reported that some of the other cats had suffered with diarrhoea in the past.

Physical examination is unremarkable. Colin is in good body condition and palpation of his abdomen is normal.