How to feed cats with urinary disorders?

Urinary issues can be a major concern for your cat

Urinary issues are a serious matter that create major discomfort for cats and can even become a vital emergency. Once diagnosed, in 1 out of 2 cases, urinary issues will reappear within the year.

Cystitis and stones are the most common urinary issues

• Crystals or stones in the bladder or urethra (struvites or calcium oxalates).
• Inflammation of the bladder which is also called feline idiopathic cystitis.
• There have been several causes identified that can result in urinary issues in cats.
• Insufficient water intake: cats by nature drink very little which leads to a very concentrated urine.
• Stress and overweight, sedentary lifestyles and neutering are common risk factors. The risk is 2.5 to 7 times higher in neutered cats.
• Inappropriate or low quality food with excessive or unbalanced amounts of minerals.

A good nutrition can make all the difference for his urinary health

Nutrition plays a major role in the management of urinary issues.

If urinary issues are diagnosed in your cat, your veterinarian can recommend a specific diet in order to dissolve the crystals or stones, prevent the formation of new ones and manage inflammation of the bladder.

This diet should include a high amount of animal protein, which aids stabilisation of urine pH and promotes water intake. It should also be formulated to avoid weight gain.

VETERINARY HPM^® UROLOGY CAT RANGE: specifically designed to manage urinary issues on cats.

VETERINARY HPM^® Urology range includes 4 diets designed to dissolve struvite crystals, prevent the formation of new crystals and stones, and manage inflammation in feline cystitis.

Urology 1 Struvite & Dissolution

Urology 2 Dissolution & Prevention

Urology 3 WIB

Urology Wet

9% Vegetable Ingredients - No Gluten - No Grain
87% Pork, Poultry, Salmon Ingredients

 

Because water intake is a key element for cat's urinary health, VETERINARY HPM^® Urology is now available in a new wet format. Our chunks in gravy are made of high quality ingredients.

• Specifically formulated to dissolve struvite crystals and prevent the formation of new ones
• Provides high hydration
• Promotes urinary health
• Improves satiety effect
• Very low carbohydrate, high protein recipe respecting the needs of cats as carnivores

 

Our diet contains high amounts of animal proteins. They are essential to your cat’s health as they naturally maintain a good urine pH and encourage your cat to drink more.

We incorporate minimal quantities of vegetable ingredients. Our formula contains low levels of carbohydrate, which limits the risks of weight gain and fat deposit.

More information - VETERINARY HPM^® Urology, chunks in gravy

Your veterinarian will recommend the VETERINARY HPM^® Urology programme that is more adapted to your cat's situation.

 

How to feed my cat with VETERINARY HPM^® Urology Cat?

VETERINARY HPM^® Urology diets are complete diets. Our kibbles and chunks in gravy can be used alone or combined. Your cat's needs will be met and they will enjoy their meal. You can also feed your cat exclusively with VETERINARY HPM chunks in gravy. This can be recommended for cats with urinary disease.

Ask your veterinarian about the optimal combination for your cat

 

What else can I do to support my cat's urinary health?

Cats are very sensitive to their environment. To complement a nutritional diet adapted to your cat, there are several things you can do at home to support your cat’s urinary health. 

	Fresh water in adapted bowls Provide your cat with regularly renewed fresh water Use a porcelain bowl or a fountain. Avoid plastic bowls which can give a bad odour to the water Provide your cat with several sources of water in your house
	Take care of the litter box Regularly change the litter box and if possible make several litter boxes available through the house Recommended number of litter boxes = number of cats living at home +1 Keep the litter box in a quiet place
	Avoid stress and boredom Make sure your cat has hiding places and a private place to themselves Arrange places where your cat can hide and others where they can perch Enrich their environment with toys, games, cat trees that stimulate them
	Take care of bodyweight Weigh your cat once a month Respect the feeding quantities indicated on the bag, or recommended by your veterinarian Limit treats and snacks