{"id":37542,"date":"2022-05-31T23:23:03","date_gmt":"2022-05-31T23:23:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/?p=37542"},"modified":"2022-06-09T06:31:18","modified_gmt":"2022-06-09T06:31:18","slug":"the-different-types-of-uti-in-cats-and-its-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/blog\/the-different-types-of-uti-in-cats-and-its-symptoms\/","title":{"rendered":"The different types of UTI in cats and its symptoms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Urinary tract infection or UTI can be a serious problem for cats. This condition can target your pet\u2019s bladder or urethra, where the urine gathers and exits. It can prevent proper urination and can cause pain when its symptoms manifest.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What is a UTI\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37143 aligncenter\" title=\"chaton mignon qui miaule\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/chaton-mignon-qui-miaule.jpg\" alt=\"chaton mignon qui miaule\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">UTI can be characterized as either an infection in the bladder where the urine gathers, the urethra where the urine exits the body, or both. In other cases, UTIs are also caused by blockages to the urinary tract, preventing most, if not all, the urine from exiting the body.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Usually, this disease happens when cats don\u2019t drink enough water to flush away bacteria and minerals. According to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.agresearch.co.nz\/about\/meet-our-people\/dr-emma-bermingham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dr. Emma Bermingham<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0of AgResearch, one possible reason for this is that \u201ccats evolved from desert-dwelling animals and as such have a low desire to drink water&#8221;.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Granted, there are ways to keep your cats hydrated, like adding water or broth to your cat&#8217;s kibbles. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">But even so, it\u2019s important to know the basic facts about UTIs, how they develop, and how they can be prevented. That way, you can deter cats from contracting this painful disease.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What are the types of UTI<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37144 aligncenter\" title=\"Angry cat\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Angry-cat.jpg\" alt=\"Angry cat\" width=\"1500\" height=\"971\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bacterial Infections<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are 3 <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">common<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> types of bacteria that cause UTIs. E.Coli is the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">most frequent culprit,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> accounting for <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">nearly half <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">of UTI cases in cats<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/jsap.13406\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">according to a study published in\u00a02021<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Other strains can include <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4350456\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Staphylococcus or Streptococcus<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, which can be just as threatening. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No matter the strain, they will always behave similarly. They latch onto the urinary tract\u2019s walls, causing infection or inflammation, making it difficult for cats to urinate without feeling pain. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your veterinarian will need a urine sample to diagnose the condition to determine what\u2019s\u00a0infecting the urinary tract.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Blockages<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Urine isn&#8217;t just made of wastewater. It contains\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pets.webmd.com\/cats\/guide\/cat-urinary-tract-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">metabolized minerals<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0that are meant to be expelled from the body. However, they can clump up and form tiny crystals or even stones in your cat&#8217;s bladder.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">These obstructions may block most of the urine gathered in the bladder. In this case, emergency surgery will be needed to extract these stones from your cat.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Other causes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Infections and blockages are the most common causes, but they are not the only ones. Sometimes,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petmd.com\/cat\/centers\/nutrition\/slideshows\/does-stressed-cat-have-urinary-issue#slide-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">stress-related factors<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to changes in their diets can also cause UTIs. If you notice your cat exhibiting symptoms of stress and anxiety, like urinating outside of their litter box, it might be a good idea to spend more time playing with them. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can also avoid\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pets.webmd.com\/cats\/guide\/cat-urinary-tract-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">sudden changes to their diet<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, like switching a pet food brand they prefer to something else without proper transition.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">While rare, tumors and thyroid issues may also contribute to infections and blockages in the cat\u2019s urinary tract. In this case, it\u2019s best to have your veterinarian examine your cat via blood and urine tests.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Symptoms to watch out for\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37145 aligncenter\" title=\"Cat sleeping\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Cat-sleeping.png\" alt=\"Cat sleeping\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether a UTI starts from infections or blockages, there will always be <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pets.webmd.com\/cats\/guide\/cat-urinary-tract-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">similar symptoms<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For\u00a0infections, they may cause one or more of the following: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2013 Frequent urination in small amounts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2013 Blood in the urine if the urethra or bladder is\u00a0severely infected<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2013 *Cats crying out in pain while urinating. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>*Note that this last symptom may be seen in blockages as well.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For blockages in the urethra or bladder, you may notice the following:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2013 Cats have difficulty in urination or may not be able to do so at all. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2013 Licking the urinary opening to relieve themselves of the pain<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Preventive measures<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37148 aligncenter\" title=\"Cat drinking\" src=\"https:\/\/afihstaging.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Cat-drinking.jpg\" alt=\"Cat drinking\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Giving your cat sufficient water is the best way to prevent UTIs. The usual amount is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pets.webmd.com\/cats\/guide\/dehydration-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">3.5 to 4.5 ounces<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of water per 5 pounds of their body weight. That way, your cat can flush out any minerals or waste through the urinary tract. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">One way you may encourage this is by\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/askmycats.com\/are-you-adding-water-to-dry-cat-food\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">mixing water into the food<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0you serve. For cats who eat dry kibble, adding at least 60ml of water is needed to provide the required water intake. Remember not to leave moistened kibble any longer than 30 minutes as bacteria or fungi may form, posing health problems for your cat.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cats eating wet food, on the other hand, only need 30ml of water per serving since the food they eat is already moist.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Another measure is serving them\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/cat-foods\/dry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">pet foods with Cranberries<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to maintain your cat\u2019s urinary tract health. 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