vet advice?

Question

what to do if a cat has urinry tract infection

can't afford vet treatment what can i do to help him

Answer 1

I am not a vet but you might want to take it to the vet because he might have FLUTD it is FLUTD is a term that veterinarians use to describe a set of problems affecting the lower urinary tract in cats. It was formerly known as FUS (Feline Urologic Syndrome).
Causes and Associated Factors
In many cases of FLUTD, the cause is unknown. In those cases where there is a known reason, the most common cause is urolithiasis, or the formation of stones from accumulations of crystals in the urinary tract. This may be so severe that it completely obstructs the urinary tract and prevents urination.

Many other factors have been associated with this condition, such as gender, age, environmental conditions, and stress. Simply changing a cat’s routine or environment may trigger the onset of FLUTD. Owners may minimize their cat’s risk of developing FLUTD by
Providing routine veterinary care
Providing fresh, clean water at all times
Minimizing stress and providing a comfortable living environment
Signs of FLUTD
Clinical signs vary with this condition. They may be a result of inflammation or irritation of the urinary tract or due to its complete blockage. Signs of FLUTD include, but are not limited to, the following:
Frequent urination
Difficult or painful urination (ie, cat may try to urinate but cannot or cries when straining to urinate)
Inappropriate urination (ie, cat may urinate outside of the litterbox)
Blood-tinged urine
Excessive licking of genital area
A cat owner who notices any of these signs should contact their veterinarian, as FLUTD may be a life-threatening situation.
Diet Effects on FLUTD
Diet can affect the development of FLUTD because dietary factors have been associated with the formation of some types of urinary stones, or uroliths. This is particularly true for one of the most common types of stones seen in FLUTD, called struvite. Struvite stones are made up of minerals (magnesium, ammonium, phosphate) that form crystals in the urine. The most important diet-related factor in the formation of struvite stones is urine pH (amount of acidity or alkalinity).



More alkaline urine (pH higher than 6.8) increases the likelihood of struvite crystal and stone formation
Urine pH is naturally influenced by the protein source in the diet
Cat foods that contain large amounts of animal- and fish-based protein produce a more acidic urine
Cat foods that contain large amounts of plant protein, such as soybean meal, may promote a more alkaline urine
Urine pH is also influenced by how often the cat is fed
Urine pH becomes alkaline after a meal
When food is always available and a cat nibbles throughout the day, urine pH does not become as alkaline
Another factor that affects the formation of struvite stone is the amount of magnesium consumed through the diet.


When the cat’s diet contains more magnesium than needed for the body’s functions, the extra magnesium is excreted into the urine. That extra magnesium could contribute to the development of a struvite stone if other conditions are met.
If the urine pH is less alkaline (more acid, 6.8 or lower), large amounts of magnesium are required for the formation of struvite crystals.
If the urine pH is more alkaline (higher than 6.8), it takes lower amounts of magnesium to promote the formation of struvite crystals.
To minimize the likelihood of struvite stones and signs of FLUTD, a cat food should produce an acidic urine (pH less than 6.8) and contain low dietary levels of magnesium (less than 0.12% on a dry-matter basis).
Nutritional Application
Many of our products
contain high-quality animal-based protein to help maintain urinary health by reducing urine pH
provide low dietary magnesium to help maintain urinary tract health
For best results, do not mix these products with other products or feed too many treats. This may compromise the effectiveness of the diets in reducing urine pH and providing low magnesium intake.

Other adult feline formulas provide low dietary magnesium

Feed the cat at regular time intervals and in the same comfortable location may help minimize the risk of developing FLUTD
diets that are low in magnesium content, like our adult cat formulas, can be fed as several daily meals or made available for nibbling throughout the day.


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Answer 2

Really the only option is to take your kitty to the vet. If you can't afford the vet, you really shouldn't have a cat. Perhaps think about turning the cat over to someone who can afford to take care of him. How do you know your cat has a UTI? Is your kitty urinating outside the litter box? Drinking a lot of water? Crying when he's urinating? Urinating more frequently? These can be signs of a urinary tract infection, but they could also be signs of diabetes, kidney disease, crystals in the urine, bladder stones, a polyp or other growth in the bladder... or something else. Without a trip to the vet, your kitty could just get worse and die. Kidney disease has no cure, but can be controlled to make your kitty more comfortable and slow the disease. Diabetes can be treated with special diets and/or insulin injections. Crystals in the urine and/or bladder stones can often be managed with a special diet. Other problems might require surgery. A simple UTI would require some antibiotics, perhaps a special diet for a week or so... Your kitty really needs to see the vet. Waiting it out or trying home treatments can make your cat MUCH worse, and cause him a LOT of pain.

Answer 3

If your cat truly has a urinary tract infection there is nothing you can do but have the cat put on some antibiotics which means he or she needs to be seen by a vet. Vets are never out of the question. I have very little money and resources but have always found a way to get my animals the help they need. Most vets will establish a payment plan with you if you only ask.

Answer 4

If it is an infection you cannot treat it on your own, your cat needs to have a urinalysis, antibiotics, and possibly a prescription diet.
Urinary tract infections are VERY PAINFUL for cats.
In the mean time, you can TRY to increase the cats water intake by adding water to canned food (50/50) to try to flush the bladder until you can get the money together to see the vet.
Call around to vets in your area to see if any will be able to offer you a payment plan. Urinary tract infections can be serious, and even life threatening for male cats.

Answer 5

Unfortunatley, there is nothing you can do at home. Urinary tract infections (if thats whats going on) are caused by bacteria and the only way to get rid of bacteria is with antibiotics. Your vet will have to look under a microscope to see what kind of bacteria is there so that they can prescribe the right antibiotics. You should offer your cat lots of water to encourage it to drink.

Answer 6

Most Vets know very little about nutrition. They don't have the time or the need to really get into the many brands of food on the market now. Yes most only know Science diet or some other brands because they have their reps coming into the practices give them a ear full of junk about the food. You have to be a good pet owner look at the food your feeding your dog or cat and then read about what your feeding your pet. This is the only way to really get an informed decision before you feed your dog any food. I am very forunate to have a vet who is also a breeder her self so she knows the importance of quality dog food. She not only gave me her blessing with the Canidae she feeds this to her dogs as well.

Answer 7

i dont know what state you are in but most of the humane societies and/or animal shelters will be able to give you phone numbers of either free animal clinics (if you are in financial distress) or very low cost vets/clinics. so, give the shelter a call and explain your situation, i'm sure they'd be glad to help. good luck, hope cat feels better.

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Answer 8

1. take it to a vet.
2. pay $$$
3. cat gets operation
4. take cat home
5. give special medication and food
6. cat heals and only costs you 100000 $$$$$$

Answer 9

Take him to the vet!

Answer 10

My cat had that and my cat had surgery done. Now he eats special food and medicine every day.