Companion Animals

Companion Cat Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease

FLUTD encompasses several conditions causing urinary pain and blockage in cats, with indoor male cats at highest risk.

Key Facts

Welfare Considerations

FLUTD causes significant pain, difficulty urinating, and distress in affected cats. Urethral blockage is a veterinary emergency with a painful progression toward kidney failure. Chronic stress from inadequate environmental enrichment is a recognized trigger. Prevention through diet, hydration, and environmental modification reduces both suffering and emergency veterinary costs.

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