How To Treat A Cat Urinary Tract Infection At Home

Introduction

There is no surer way to break your cat’s heart than by ignoring their need to use the litter box. A urinary tract infection (UTI) can make using the litter box an uncomfortable experience, resulting in inappropriate “accidents” around your home. But that doesn’t mean you should let them suffer! There are many natural remedies you can try to help treat a cat urinary tract infection — and prevent future problems.

Flush the bladder daily.

The first step in treating a cat urinary tract infection is to flush the bladder daily. You can do this by administering a solution of half normal saline and half water, which you can make yourself or buy at a pharmacy. To administer the solution, you will put it into a syringe (available at any pet store), then gently insert the tip of the syringe into your cat’s urethra and slowly press down on the plunger while rotating it slightly to make sure that all areas are covered. After flushing, clean off any residue with a cotton ball saturated with warm water and pat dry; don’t forget to wash your hands when you’re done!

Feed a fresh, whole foods diet.

• Feed a fresh, whole foods diet. A cat’s digestive system is designed to handle meat and fat as the main sources of protein and calories, so you should feed your cat high-quality meat-based foods. Avoid processed foods such as canned food with fillers, artificial colors or flavors and low-quality ingredients.
• Watch out for high salt and sugar content. Cats can develop diabetes from eating too much refined carbohydrates such as grains like rice or wheat flour; these are difficult for their bodies to digest properly because they lack the enzymes necessary for breaking down carbohydrates into glucose molecules that can be used by cells throughout the body (1). Carbohydrates in excess also cause inflammation in cats’ pancreases which leads to pancreatitis (2). Try eliminating all grains from your cat’s diet if possible—the best way to do this is by feeding him raw meat! You’ll also want keep an eye out on how much fruit juice he gets since it contains lots of fructose which causes many health problems including obesity due to insulin resistance among other things (3). And finally don’t forget about honey: although it’s technically natural there have been some concerns recently about giving this sweet stuff too often so try replacing any treats made with honey instead with something else.”

Transition to a raw food diet to bring down the acid level in their urine.

Raw food diet can help cats with urinary tract infections in several ways. Eating raw food helps bring down the acid level in their urine, which is one of the main causes of bladder infections. A raw diet also helps with digestion and weight loss, improves allergies, skin and coat health.

If you’re not sure how to transition your cat to a raw food diet, we recommend using a kit like The Honest Kitchen Meal Kit For Cats – Grain Free Dry Cat Food Topper With Probiotics & Enzymes + Superfoods (1lb) . It comes with everything you need to make this transition as easy as possible!

Add a liquid, concentrated herbal formula to their diet.

To add a liquid herbal formula to your cat’s diet, you can either feed it directly from the dropper or mix it with your cat’s food. Use only one dropperful at a time and wait an hour before giving more. If you see no improvement after three days of treatment, contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.

The easiest way to know if the herbal formula is working is by how frequently your cat urinates—if he urinates less than normal and/or passes urine with difficulty (straining while trying to urinate), then this indicates that the infection has cleared up and he should be taken off antibiotics immediately. However, if he continues to strain after taking antibiotic therapy for longer than two weeks or so (and especially if this happens when he is not straining), then discontinue use of both antibiotics and herbal remedies until further notice from your vet because there may be another underlying cause for his symptoms besides UTI such as bladder stones or inflammation due to kidney failure.

Add vitamin C and cranberry extract to their diet.

The next step is to add vitamin C and cranberry extract to their diet. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, meaning it can help fight free radicals that damage cells, while cranberry extract is a natural antibiotic. Both of these can be added to their food, or even given directly by mouth if you’re feeling adventurous! If your cat doesn’t like the taste of either of these supplements mixed into their food, try mixing them into water instead.

D-Mannose can help prevent future problems by keeping the bacteria from sticking onto the walls of the urinary tract.

D-mannose is a simple sugar that is naturally found in plants, fruits and vegetables. It can be purchased as a supplement from your local pharmacy or health food store. D-mannose helps prevent bacteria from sticking to the walls of the urinary tract by creating an environment where they cannot thrive. This means that if you have ever had an infection before, taking d-mannose supplements can help prevent future problems by keeping the bacteria from sticking onto the walls of your urinary tract again.

Give them a probiotic.

• Give them a probiotic. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that can help with a variety of health issues, including digestive problems, urinary tract infections, allergies, skin conditions and mood disorders. You can buy them in pill form (check the label for the right amount to give your cat) or find them in pet food specifically formulated with probiotics.

A cat urinary tract infection can be treated at home using several different herbal remedies and supplements

The treatment of a cat urinary tract infection is relatively simple and can be done at home. However, it is important to first rule out any other possible causes for your cat’s symptoms before proceeding with the following remedies.

If you suspect that your cat has a urinary tract infection (UTI), you should start him on antibiotics immediately and seek veterinary care. Your vet will also likely recommend dietary changes to prevent further UTIs in the future.

If your cat’s UTI is caused by kidney stones or other urinary tract blockages, then these remedies should not be used for treating his condition until such time as he has been examined by a vet and diagnosed with an actual UTI.

Conclusion

If you follow these tips, your cat should be back to normal in no time. Remember that cats don’t like change, so go slowly and make sure they are okay with all of the things you are doing for them. If there isn’t any improvement after a few days or if your cat gets worse at any time, it is best to take him to the veterinarian for further treatment and diagnosis.