So what can we do to monitor the cat’s physical condition?
Yes, this thing is to observe the cat’s urination!
We can learn a lot about a cat’s health from the volume of his pee, the color and smell of his urine.
Normal urine output for cats
Healthy cats typically urinate 2 to 4 times a day. But this frequency is also affected by water intake, diet, temperature and humidity.
The daily urine output is about 24-48ml/kg. We need to observe the cat’s urination habits, including the number of times it enters the litter box per day and the size of the pee.
If your cat used to urinate twice a day, but has recently started to urinate less than usual, or has been in and out of the litter box without urinating, it may be abnormal.
Also, if the amount of urine increases, it can be a symptom of conditions such as kidney disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism. When something unusual happens, the cat needs to seek the help of a doctor!
Normal cat urine color
Under normal circumstances, a cat’s Urine should be clear and pale yellow.
If the color of your cat’s urine changes as follows, you need to take your cat to the hospital as soon as possible.
White flocs in urine
If you notice white flocs in your cat’s urine Flocculent,
indicates that your cat has pus in his urine, which may be due to an infection somewhere in the cat’s upper or lower urinary tract.
pink/red
if you see cat urine If the fluid is pink, it is most likely blood.
The two biggest causes of blood in cat urine are cystitis and problems with the cat’s lower urinary tract.
Cystitis in cats is inflammation of the bladder and is a very common disease in cats.
It’s not usually a serious health problem, so don’t worry about it! However, your cat may feel very uncomfortable.
On the other hand, common causes of lower urinary tract problems in cats may include: bladder crystals/stones, etc.
Colorless urine
If the cat urinates a lot every day, the urine is colorless and transparent .
This may indicate that there is a problem with the cat’s kidneys, which is common in elderly cats. At this time, the cat needs to be taken to the hospital for treatment.
Tan urine
Indication: visceral bleeding or poisoning.
Smell of cat urine
normal cat urine The liquid has a slightly pungent and acidic odor and is acceptable (at least for cat owners who are used to cats).
If we notice that your cat’s urine smells more pungent, chances are your cat may have a bladder infection or cystitis.
In male cats, if there is a dramatic change in the smell of urine, it may be a sign of a hormonal disturbance (estrus).
The Ultimate Guide to Cat Urine:
A cat’s urine can tell a lot about its health. A good owner should observe how the cat has been urinating recently when cleaning the cat’s urine bolus every day.
Daily owners need to pay attention to four points: color, frequency, total amount, and smell.
If it is a cat with abnormal urine, after a doctor’s examination and diagnosis, the doctor may recommend that the owner regularly monitor the ph value of the cat’s urine at home (normal value is 5.5-7.5) and urine specific gravity.
Cats are very clean, so the litter box needs to be cleaned every day and the litter is replaced regularly.
When abnormal urination occurs, contact the veterinarian in time. Usually, a cat urine test is required, but it is difficult to collect fresh cat urine at home.
If the cat urinates anywhere in the house, don’t punish it, consult a professional, find out the cause, and actively correct it.
Give the cat a comfortable environment and reduce the cat’s stress. If you have more than one cat in the house, you will need more litter boxes (including a litter scoop) and more room to move around.
Whether it is a young cat or an old cat, it is very important to pay attention to their urination, which is of great significance for the prevention and early intervention of early disease.
