How To Finally STOP Reoccurring Cat UTIs

Is Your Cat Struggling with Urinary Issues? Here’s How to Help Them at Home

If your cat is straining to urinate, urinating in unusual places, or passing bloody urine, they could be suffering from FIC—Feline Interstitial Cystitis. In this discussion, I’ll share insights into managing this condition from the comfort of your home.

Understanding Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD)

Previously known as FLUTD or Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease, this condition has undergone various name changes, such as FUS and Pandora’s syndrome, but is now commonly recognized as FIC. There was a time when we believed diet was the primary cause of FIC. This led to the development of specially formulated cat foods designed to acidify the urine, which was thought to reduce crystal formation and bladder inflammation.

The Real Cause of FIC: Stress

It turns out, our assumptions about diet were incorrect. Today, we understand that stress plays a significant role in FIC. Increased stress and anxiety can lead to bladder inflammation in cats. Imagine the urinary bladder as a plastic cup, with a lining similar to a plastic bag, known as the glycosaminoglycans. When your cat experiences stress, this lining can break down, allowing urine to contact the bladder wall directly, leading to inflammation.

When to Seek Veterinary Help

If your cat, especially if male, shows signs of severe distress, such as straining without passing urine, it’s crucial to consult your veterinarian immediately to rule out any obstruction. However, in cases like Pixie’s, where the symptoms are intermittent bloody urine, it’s less likely to be an obstruction and more indicative of FIC, which can often be managed with home remedies.

Home Remedies and Natural Treatments

Pain Management: Traditionally, pain management in veterinary practice might include narcotics like Buprenorphine or Gabapentin. However, a holistic approach suggests CBD oil as an effective alternative, with a dosage of one drop per 10 pounds of body weight twice daily.

Reducing Muscle Spasms: For spasms, typical veterinary treatments might involve Diazepam, but natural alternatives like Valerian root extract and catnip can be just as effective. Valerian can be administered in small doses (about a quarter of a dropper) two to three times a day during flare-ups, while catnip also serves as a natural muscle relaxant.

Anxiety Reduction: To reduce anxiety, supplements like L-Theanine, found in green tea, can be beneficial. Administer one to two milligrams per pound twice daily. Additionally, CBD oil and products like Feliway, a pheromone diffuser, can help create a calming environment for your cat.

Increasing Fluid Intake

Increasing your cat’s fluid intake is crucial. Switching to a high-quality canned food, which contains more moisture, can significantly reduce FIC episodes. Additionally, you might consider adding chamomile tea to your cat’s diet, using a syringe to administer about 20cc two to three times a day. Chamomile not only adds hydration but also has natural anti-anxiety properties.

Natural Supplements for Bladder Health

Supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin can help rebuild the bladder lining and are found in our Ultimate Feline Health Formula. Incorporating these supplements can promote bladder health and reduce the recurrence of FIC symptoms.

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