English Short Hair Golden Gradient Cat Urinary Tract Obstruction

English short hair golden gradient cats with urinary tract obstructions may exhibit vomiting, poor appetite, and increased bladder size. This is mainly due to the cat's stress response causing them to unwillingly urinate, which leads to long-term accumulation of urine in the urinary tract and the formation of stones. Once the urinary tract is obstructed, it is necessary to seek medical attention in time to prevent the backup of potassium in the urine into the kidneys, causing hyperkalemia and rapid death.

Do urinary tract obstructions cause diarrhea?

Urinary tract obstructions in cats will not cause diarrhea. There are many causes of urinary tract obstructions, with common ones being urinary tract stones that cause blockage. This may be related to insufficient drinking water or lack of exercise. It is also related to urinary tract inflammation. Severe inflammation can cause mucosal ulcers and necrosis, leading to serious consequences such as urinary tract obstruction. It is recommended to seek medical attention in time.

Can cats with urinary tract obstructions drink water?

The cause of urinary tract obstruction is often due to urinary tract stones blocking the urinary tract. Therefore, before complete obstruction, cats can drink plenty of water to flush out the urine and dilute the urine concentration to reduce the chance of stone formation. If the urinary tract is completely obstructed, water intake should be prohibited to avoid bladder rupture caused by urine that cannot be discharged. Cats often die within 36-72 hours when the urinary tract is completely obstructed, so it is necessary to remove the urinary tract blockage and discharge the urine as soon as possible.

How to prevent recurrence of urinary tract obstruction?

Cats with urinary tract obstructions should first consider urinary tract stones, which are mainly composed of magnesium phosphate. It is not recommended to feed foods with high magnesium content. Additionally, if the cat is prone to stone formation, it is advised to feed prescription cat food for urinary tract health. It is also necessary to increase daily water intake, timely discharge of urinary tract secretions, and engage in appropriate exercise.