The Top 5 Ways to Keep Your Cat’s Urinary Tract Happy

Your cat’s urinary health is essential for their overall well-being. However, many pet parents only start to pay attention when something goes wrong. Issues like urinary tract infections, crystals, or blockages can be physically and emotionally draining for both you and your cat.

The good news? With the right care and a focus on hydration, you can keep your cat’s urinary system on track. Here are our top 5 ways to keep your cat’s urinary tract happy:

1. Prioritize Hydration with Moisture-Rich Foods

Cats naturally consume most of their moisture from food rather than drinking water. If your cat’s diet is primarily dry kibble, they may not be getting enough water to keep their urinary tract healthy. Dehydration can then lead to issues like crystal formation and infections.

Adding wet food or toppers to their diet is an easy way to boost their hydration. Moisture-rich foods mimic their natural hydration patterns and help flush their urinary tract.

2. Always Offer Fresh, Clean Water

Cats can be picky about their water. Some prefer it fresh and moving, while others might avoid water bowls that smell or feel unclean. To encourage more water intake:

• Place water bowls in multiple locations.
• Consider a pet water fountain for flowing, oxygenated water.
• Use wide, shallow bowls to prevent whisker fatigue.

Ceramic or stainless-steel bowls are ideal as they don’t retain odors like plastic ones.

3. Schedule Regular Vet Checkups

Routine veterinary visits are essential for maintaining your cat’s urinary health. Cats are masters at hiding discomfort, so issues like urinary tract infections or blockages can go unnoticed until they become severe.

During regular checkups, your vet can:

• Monitor your cat’s overall health, including their urinary system.
• Perform urinalysis to detect early signs of issues like crystals, infections, or kidney problems.
• Provide personalized advice on diet and hydration for your cat’s specific needs.

Proactively addressing health concerns ensures your cat stays comfortable and prevents long-term complications.

4. Feed a Quality Diet Rich in Nutrients

A balanced diet plays a significant role in maintaining urinary health.  Low-quality foods with fillers or excess minerals can disrupt the pH balance in their urine, increasing the risk of crystals, stones, and urinary tract infections. A balanced diet helps maintain this balance, prevents kidney strain, and promotes proper hydration—key for flushing out toxins and keeping their urinary tract healthy. Look instead for foods that are free from artificial fillers and contain beneficial ingredients which support a healthy urinary pH.

5. Keep Their Litter Box Fresh

Cats are known to be fastidiously clean animals, and a clean litter box is critical for urinary health. Cats are more likely to urinate regularly when their litter box is fresh and odor-free, which helps flush toxins from their urinary system.

To create an ideal setup:

• Scoop daily and clean the box weekly.
• Use unscented litter to avoid irritating your cat’s sensitive nose.
• Provide one litter box per cat if you have multiple cats at home.

Give Your Cat the Best with Wishbone’s Cat Urinary Care Toppers

Taking care of your cat’s urinary health has never been easier—or tastier! Wishbone Wet Toppers are the perfect way to ensure your feline stays hydrated and happy available in 8 mouthwatering flavors which contains human-grade shredded chicken or flaked tuna in gravy.

• Naturally Hydrating: Help your cat get the water they need with every meal.
• Urinary Health Support: Balanced minerals to keep your cat’s urinary tract in good shape.
• Meat-First Recipes: Made with premium, human-grade proteins that even picky eaters will enjoy.

So, why not hack your cat’s hydration routine today? Just top their meals with a Wishbone Cat Urinary Care Topper and watch them “eat their water” with a healthy, hydrating meal they’ll love!

Find out more about Wishbone and discover how our toppers can help you provide the best nutrition and delicious food for your best friend.

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