Understanding Cat Stones: Care Tips for Pet Owners
Why Do Cats Get Kidney Stones?
01. Longterm feeding of dry kibble can lead to insufficient water intake in domestic cats, causing urine to become concentrated and crystals to form, which in turn can lead to the development of kidney stones.
02. Bacterial infections, such as cystitis, can cause the bladder lining to slough off, leading to blood clots and crystals that can wrap around to form stones.
03. Urine that is too acidic or too alkaline can make crystals more likely to precipitate and form stones.
04. Environmental stress, such as moving to a new home or the arrival of a new cat, can also contribute to the formation of kidney stones.
What to Do?
If your cat is urinating blood, it's crucial to take it to the vet to determine the underlying cause.
PuPu is currently undergoing conservative treatment with antibiotics and Baytril, along with Sanjin Shishan Dan to dissolve the stones. While this has been effective in the past, recurrence can happen if water intake is not carefully monitored.
Dealing with a sick cat is not just a challenge for the pet; it can also be a test for the owner.
There's an old saying, "There are no filial sons at the bedside of the sick," but how many of us truly make it a daily routine to ensure our cats are wellhydrated?
Is it enough to just put out dry food and consider the matter settled?
While dry food certainly makes life easier for cat owners, is it really the best for our feline friends?
Many people believe that purchasing highquality imported cat food like Orijen or Acana is the best way to care for their cats. However, is that really the case? No matter how good the cat food, its water content is still quite low!
To increase your cat's water intake, consider switching to wet food, using wet cans to entice them to drink, or even using a syringe to administer water.
Cats should drink about 6% of their body weight in water daily. For a 5kg cat, that's 300ml of water to meet the standard. Has your cat reached this goal?
