Cat has magnesium crystals in his urine and a bladder infection. Despite the treatment of two antibiotics and a strict wet and dry food diet, he is still ill. I have been told that food does not play a role in bladder infections and crystals forming but I feel it may. Is this true?? Does anyone know what is the best option for my cat at this point?? If surgery to widen his tube can be avoided unless it is absolutely necessary than I would love to try those options first. I just don't want to put my cat through any more pain and discomfort that he's not already going through now. Are there any other options?? Or is surgery his best answer?? Please help me. He's never become fully plugged but he never gets better. What can I do?? I don't want to lose him! Please plase help me...
2007-02-18 20:14:08 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Cat went back to the vet yesterday and had another urine test done. Apparently he now has 3 small kidney stones. Looks as if the crystals never fully cleared up and now this has happened. Have been told that surgery needs to be done to remove the kidney stones. If the kidney stones get removed will the crystals still be there?? Or do you feel that I should have the other surgery done at the same time to fix his tube so he doesn't run into these nasty problems again?? I am really worried about my little guy and only want to do what's best. That's why I'm asking for more than one opinion. I just don't want to get the kidney stones removed and then he recovers and has to go back in for another surgery due to the crystals. How can I fix my little guys problems fast and pain free?? I don't want to lose him. I want to help him!! Thanks....
2007-02-20 19:47:24 · update #1
You may be puttin him in more pain by not getting the surgery. I would go the vet ASAP and tell them what you told us. Do whatever they say. They went to school for this stuff for a long time. Im sure they will help your little kitty. I hope he gets better! Good luck!
2007-02-18 20:44:12 · answer #1 · answered by Care Bear 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some cats are prone to forming crystals (genetics) but diet has something to do with it. Dry kibble, high magnesium and ash levels in cat food (wet or dry), and the cat not drinking enough water (fluids) contribute to the problem. So does constant stress. Switch your cat's diet to wet food only. Look for good quality with the lowest magnesium and ash levels. I lost a beloved cat becuase of urinary blockage and yes, that cat ate mostly dry kibble. So, I never ever give just dry kibble to my cats now, no matter what the vet says or what the ads say... I know what I know and came by the knowledge in the most painful way. My cats eat mostly wet cat canned food and I give them a handful of dry kibble a day just for their teeth. I also make sure that they drink plenty of water. Water, water, water... that's the trick and if you have a lazy drinker, it really is best to keep him on wet cat food.
But if I were you, I will go for the surgery becuase your kitty seems to be one of those cats that are simply prone to forming crystals in the bladder. I read an article about this kind of surgery where they remove the male cat's penis, thus getting rid of the part where the blockage always happens (in male cats). In a way, its like a sex-change surgery for the cat but in the long run, it will be more comfortabe for kitty and may indeed save his life. Get the surgery done.
2007-02-18 21:10:47 · answer #2 · answered by Phoebhart 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cat had crystals and became into switched to a particular urinary nutrition. She became into additionally on antibiotics and it took some days for it too kick in. i know for men this circumstance can doubtlessly be deadly because of the fact of a blockage. If the vet did no longer come across a blockage and switched him a clean nutrition and positioned him on medicine you're able to start to work out progression in some days. The nutrition he's on now will dilute the crystals in his urine, so i won't think of the circumstance worsening because of the fact the nutrition will harm down the crystals. i'd only video reveal his potty habit for here few days. The nutrition could make him thirsty so he urinates greater usually or urinates at an more suitable volume. as long as you're seeing progression in those behavior (he's not straining & and he's not producing small quantities of urine) then you definately could be ok. verify which you do save on with by with the antibiotics till the vet instructs you to provide up. additionally, you will in all probability could proceed giving him that nutrition for something of his existence to steer away from any destiny matters.
2016-11-23 18:11:45 · answer #3 · answered by howsare 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I can tell that you care alot about your cat and that is a really sweet thing to see! I think the best thing to do is see what the vet says and go from there. I know surgery is a hard thing to think of for your little guy, but, it may be the best thing for him in the long run. If your like me, cats (and other animals) know when someone is trying to help them. He'll appreciate you a ton! You're a good person for trying to help so much!
2007-02-19 16:29:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Ozzy kitty had the very same problem. There were a couple of times that we had to leave him with the vet so she could insert a catheter. She would always put him on high doses of antibiotics and also Prednisone (steroid). It helps treat the inflamation.
As far as food. I used Purina One for urinary tract health. Never feed him any fish...such as salmon or tuna. It is very high in magnesium. Look for a food that has low magnesium in the ingredients. You also want a low ash count as well.
Hope this helps. It is very very painful for them to have this condition. Its like when a human gets kidney stones.
2007-02-19 01:04:01 · answer #5 · answered by lovesdolphins324 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The poor little thing. You must be very worried! My best advice would be to go with your vets opinion. Even if you can cure things yourself it may only be temporary and you could just be putting off the best treatment. Talk to your vet over all your concerns. Perhaps this surgery might cure everything once and for all?
2007-02-18 20:29:49 · answer #6 · answered by Pink P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is common in male cats. Its important to get water into him. So give him canned food, add water and make it sorta soupy. canned food is best anyway as cats swollow dry food whole.But you can soften and add extra water to dry food if you prefer.
2007-02-18 21:25:40 · answer #7 · answered by dianamapley59 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋