Cat Urinary Blockage - How to Spot, Treat and Prevent It

By Laura Ramirez

Boy, did I learn a valuable lesson. I once took my cat to the vet because he got very ill. I didn't notice that something was wrong until he simply wasn't acting like his jolly self anymore. He was near-death by the time we arrived to the pet hospital but boy am I glad I made it in time. That experience taught me the importance of early diagnosis. It is essential to spot the early signs of cat urinary blockage before the problem progresses to the point of no return.

The symptoms of a blockage in cat are a change in the frequency of urination, painful urination, no urination at all, or blood in the urine, to name a few. Your cat may groom his genitals and cry while doing it to express how much pain he is in. Your cat may avoid urinating in the litter box because he associates the litter box with painful urination.

Cat urinary blockage may also cause incontinence in your cat because the bladder gets full and urine leaks around the blockage. If your cat stops urinating altogether, it is important to take your cat to the doctor immediately. If your cat doesn't urinate for even 3 to 4 days, it can be fatal.

If your cat has foul-smelling urine, it could also be a sign of infection. To check if there are symptoms of a blockage in cat such as blood in the urine, have your cat urinate over a light-colored surface so it is easier to spot the traces of blood.

Even if you only recognize mild symptoms of a cat urinary blockage, you should take your cat to the veterinarian for diagnosis. If there is a more serious problem that is the underlying cause, you can get your cat the necessary treatment. However, most cat urinary tract blockages result from an unhealthy diet and lifestyle. In order to address these issues, some important lifestyle changes must be made. Regular homeopathic treatment can also be very helpful in restoring balance to your cat's bladder and overall health.

In order to treat the symptoms of a blockage in cat and prevent recurrent infections, make some changes to your cat's diet and lifestyle. Make sure your cat eats only raw, unprocessed foods. Avoid commercial cat food, especially dry food, which is full of artificial chemicals. Give your cat plenty of fresh, clean water to drink and make sure he always has access to a place where he can empty his bladder. Holding it in too long can lead to blockage.

Now that you are armed with this information, come up with an effective, holistic treatment plan for cat urinary blockage. By doing so you can address the underlying issues that caused the infection and keep them from ever becoming a problem again. Relying on quick fixes like drugs will only suppress the symptoms temporarily. Make lifestyle change and the use of a homeopathic remedy the center of your treatment plan so you can help your cat achieve permanent recovery

Laura Ramirez is a passionate researcher of natural remedies which heal disorders and keep pets vibrant and healthy. To learn more about her findings, go to http://www.pet-ut-health.com.