3 Simple Steps to Cat Bladder Health
If your cat has been plagued with bladder stones or urinary tract infections, you may be wondering what you can do to promote cat bladder health. In this article, you'll learn three simple, but important steps that you can take to treat and prevent pet bladder issues.As you may know, cat urinary issues can be painful for your cat and expensive for you, as they often require multiple visits to the vet. Unless your cat has some kind of deformity, you can prevent these problems by making a few simple changes.
Tip for cat health: bladder issues are often a result of improper diet.
First, make sure your cat eats healthy cat food. Don't trust the promises on the front of the packaging, instead read the label. Avoid cat food that contains chemicals: preservatives and additives and cheap grains and other ingredients that are merely fillers. The reason is clear: these cheap foods alter the pH level in the urinary tract, making your cat prone to bladder stones and urinary infections.On a recent trip to the supermarket, I found only one brand out of ten top brands that had an ingredient list that contained only whole, natural foods. This brand was not a nationally-recognized brand. Although this cat food cost almost twice as much as the other brands, I reminded myself that I was buying it to ensure cat bladder health. When I brought the back home from the store, my cat could smell the food through the bag. Instead of turning her nose up at this kibble, she wolfed it down. Although the cat food was more expensive initially, she actually ate less because she was getting much-needed nutrients instead of junk-food fillers, so she ate less.The next step in promoting cat bladder health is to always make sure your cat has plenty of clean water. To remove the chemicals, make sure to filter the water first. This is an easy step, but it is important. Water will keep your cat hydrated and will flush toxins from the bladder.
Tip for cat health: bladder issues can arise when your cat is dehydrated.
Finally, make sure your cat takes a daily supplement designed specifically to promote cat bladder health. The best supplements are easy to administer and contain ingredients that are proven to work like Cantharis and Uva Ursi. So there you have it: three simple steps to promote cat bladder health. Of course following such a program will increase your cat's immunity overall and are the best insurance for a long and healthy life.
Laura Ramirez is a passionate researcher of natural remedies which heal disorders and keep pets vibrant and healthy. Find out more about safe, effective ways to maintain your pet's urinary tract health at www.pet-ut-health.com. She is the author of the parenting book Keepers of the Children: Native American Wisdom and Parenting which teaches parents how to raise children to develop their natural strengths, so they can lead fulfilling lives and make a real contribution to the world. Her book won a Nautilus Award for books that promote conscious living and social change. Ms. Ramirez is the publisher of Family Matters Parenting Magazine and a keynote speaker.
