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How long can a cat with uremia live?
Survival with uremia is hard to estimate; active treatment extends life, but late-stage cases may have only 1 to 2 months. Kidney stones, infections and chronic renal failure can cause it, so treat early by specific cause.
What happens if a cat eats too much salt?
Too much salt burdens a cat's kidneys and can cause urinary stones or blockages. It also leads to picky eating, poor coat condition and tear stains.
My dog was carbon monoxide poisoned: passed out, vomited everywhere, lost bowel and bladder control; later woke up, walks unsteadily, and still has seizures.
Suspected carbon monoxide poisoning needs immediate removal to fresh air and emergency vet care with 100% oxygen and fluids. Delayed treatment risks death or brain damage; recovery may leave neurological sequelae and needs restricted activity for six weeks.
A cat I’m fostering these few days was fine earlier but, frightened by fireworks, has sat still, not eating or vocalizing; just now I found blood, but it can still walk, eyes open (neutered male, about 3 years, ~14 lbs).
Blood at the urethra suggests bloody urine from stress-induced idiopathic cystitis, common in male cats; increase water and feed wet/prescription food in a calm environment. If unable to urinate, urgent catheterization is needed.
Recently vomited, did not finish the cat food, vomits white and yellow foam, blood in urine, and urinates more. What is wrong?
Blood in urine with vomiting suggests urinary disease such as cystitis or stones causing acute kidney failure, a critical condition needing urgent vet care. Tests include blood work, biochemistry, and ultrasound, possibly with catheterization.
My Cat Has Blood in Urine, Weak Hind Legs, and a Limp Tail – What’s Wrong?
This may be urinary blockage or paralysis from blood in urine; seek a vet at once. Causes include infections, stones, or kidney disease needing diagnosis and treatment. No leg response suggests paralysis needing CT.
What Should Cat Litter Look Like After a Normal Urination?
Normally the litter clumps on contact with urine, which is yellow to brown and strong-smelling, forming one large clump. Pink or red color or many tiny clumps suggests a urinary problem such as infection or stones, needing a vet.
Why Do Cats Stare at the Wall?
It is normal for a cat to stare at a blank wall - it may have seen or heard something that caught its attention. An occasional episode is usually nothing to worry about, but if your cat stares at the wall often and shows other unusual behaviors, take it seriously and have a vet check it to rule out illness.
Why Do Cats Develop Urinary Tract Diseases?
Feline urinary tract disease includes infections, stones, and kidney or bladder inflammation, usually showing as frequent, urgent, bloody, or blocked urination with pain. Ensure a balanced diet, plenty of water, regular checkups, and a clean environment to prevent it.
What happens if a cat does not urinate?
A cat that cannot urinate may have urinary disease, and prolonged retention can stretch the bladder and even cause rupture or kidney failure. See a vet promptly and ensure adequate daily water intake.