Comments on: How Do You Know If You Cat Has Either A Bladder Or Kidney Infection?

By: Josie826

Josie826 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:19:23 +0000

I have a cat that is prone to urinary tract infections. He will pee in inappropriate places and his urine smells unusually strong. He also seems to pee a lot. You may also note that the urine is pink or has flecks of red in it. That is a sure sign of an infection.

By: Hariko T

Hariko T — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:54:44 +0000

Take it to the vet!

By: Aris Molokai

Aris Molokai — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:52:30 +0000

Do make note of what she eats and correct her diet if you found the problem, correct it.

By: DAYNA S

DAYNA S — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:55:27 +0000

very bad smelling pee. get help fast or u will have to put her down

By: Don't even think about it

Don't even think about it — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:50:20 +0000

Actually, samples are taken from both areas, the abdomen feels swollen, they frequently TRY to urinate but sometimes can’t, or they leak a little but can’t fully empty the bladder hence the frequency to go. Sometimes there will be blood but females in heat also bleed. On their chin there can possibly be what looks like a rash.
You definitely need to go to the vet to verify. Male cats get urinary tract infections too.
Some types of dry food have high mineral/ash content & clogs the urinary tract. Bring the list of ingredients with you…PLUS you have to make sure they have tons of good clean water. NOT toilet water either.
This condition can kill your cat IF it is in renal failure. If your cat has kidney/bladder problems discuss what type of diet is best..they make affordable canned food especially for this problem that is low in protein..etc. good for the kidneys & bladder. Please if you love your cat tell your vet it could be an emergency and work out the bill with them.
Yes I have had this problem with a cat as well as a dog. The male cat had urinary tract infection. The dog had underdeveloped kidneys which shortened her life. Even registered animals with papers get sick.

By: Reject18

Reject18 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:15:43 +0000

Everybody else said what I was going to say, but I have to say kudos to you for realizing this was a medical problem and not a behavioral problem. Too many pet owners punish their pets when they are really just trying to show you that they are in pain and need help.

By: cpinatsi

cpinatsi — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:47:42 +0000

The symptoms are what you mentioned, plus, sometimes, after a while, blood in the urine and blockage(straining without managing to pee). You need to : a. take a sample of urine for analysis (put a sterile cup under his tail when he pees) or take him to the vet to do it. They need to check for bacteria, PH, invisible blood, and sensitivity of the bacteria found to specific antibiotics. Based on the results, she will be given antibiotics (usually amoxicillin, better injected, or nitrofurantoin) and special diet (Hills c/d or Royal Canin Urinary). Also, giving her a lot of water (canned food with extra water) helps, but only combined with the medication.
For kidney disfunction, they do a blood test (urea and creatinine). But the bladder infection is more likely. Go to the vet. it is a simple problem when you deal with it quickly.

By: monkeygu

monkeygu — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:26:30 +0000

If you like your pet at all BRIng IT TO THE VET!

By: ?

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:07:09 +0000

Take her to the vet for a urinalysis. My cat peed on the bathroom rug and yowled alot…she had a bladder infection.
Like female humans, the distance between the urethra and bladder is shorter than in males and bacteria can get up there easier.

By: venomfan

venomfan — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:15:05 +0000

Take your cat to the vet. If you love your cat, and don’t want it to die, YOU WILL TAKE HIM. My cat died a few days ago from a bladder infection, so PLEASE take him as soon as you can. I know you don’t want anything to happen to him, and if you wait too long your cat’s bladder will harden and it will prevent them from urinating. The vet said that exact thing only happens in male cats, but this doesn’t excuse it! Take your kitty to the VET!!