Companion Animals

Cat Urinary Wellness Prevention

Preventing urinary disease in cats through diet, hydration and stress management is far more effective than reactive treatment, with practical steps for all cat owners.

Key Facts

Cats are naturally low-volume drinkers and concentrate urine, predisposing to urinary disease
Wet food increases daily water intake by 200-300% compared to dry food alone
Water fountains increase voluntary water consumption in cats that prefer flowing water
Maintaining multiple litter boxes in multi-cat households reduces urinary stress
Stress reduction through enrichment, hiding spaces and consistent routine reduces FIC recurrence

Welfare Considerations

Urinary disease prevention in cats is achievable through consistent management strategies. Wet food, appropriate litter provision and stress management reduce the incidence of painful and life-threatening conditions.

What You Can Do

Feed wet food as the primary diet to maximise daily water intake
Provide one more litter box than the number of cats in your household
Use water fountains and place water bowls away from food to encourage drinking