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Can a cat on a diet get bladder stones?

Can a cat on a diet get bladder stones?

Diet for Bladder Stones. A change in diet to dissolve the bladder stones is often chosen as a course of treatment. This type of treatment will have no risks when compared to surgery. In many cases, the bladder stones may be caused by the cat’s diet and the fact that the urine is alkaline, facilitating the mineral deposits.

Why does my Himalayan cat have bladder stones?

Certain cat breeds, such as Himalayans, have a genetic predisposition toward developing mineral deposits in the bladder. But other factors can cause bladder stones in any breed. A diet high in acidity or calcium, magnesium, or phosphorus may cause mineral buildup. Decreased water consumption may lead to the concentration of minerals in the bladder.

What are bladder stones and what to do about them?

Bladder stones are collections of mineral crystals that combine together in the urinary tract. They can cause discomfort and lead to more serious problems that require the care of a veterinarian. Hill’s nutritionists & veterinarians developed Prescription Diet® s/d clinical nutrition especially formulated to support your cat’s urinary health.

Do you need to see a vet for a bladder stone?

Bladder stones are collections of mineral crystals that combine together in the urinary tract. They can cause discomfort and lead to more serious problems that require the care of a veterinarian.

What are the symptoms of a bladder stone in a cat?

“The most common symptoms of bladder stones in the cat are hematuria (blood in the urine) and dysuria (straining to urinate).”. Large stones may act almost like a valve or stopcock, causing an intermittent or partial obstruction at the neck of the bladder, the point where the bladder attaches to the urethra.

What to do about struvite bladder stones in cats?

There are two basic categories of treatment for struvite bladder stones: medical dissolution and surgical removal. Medical dissolution is accomplished by feeding a specially-formulated prescription diet.

How long does it take for bladder stones to dissolve in cats?

It may take several weeks or a few months to dissolve a large stone, so the cat may continue to have bloody urine, straining, and repeated infections during that time. The risk of life-threatening urethral obstruction is still present while waiting for the stones to dissolve.

Bladder stones are collections of mineral crystals that combine together in the urinary tract. They can cause discomfort and lead to more serious problems that require the care of a veterinarian. Hill’s nutritionists & veterinarians developed Prescription Diet® s/d clinical nutrition especially formulated to support your cat’s urinary health.