Why does a cat develop urinary blockage?
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A cat’s urinary blockage can be caused by many factors, including urethral stones, urethral infection, stress response, long-term urine holding, insufficient water intake, and an overly salty diet. If the cat develops urethral stones or crystals, they can block the urethra in severe cases, affecting normal urine excretion.
In addition, when a cat has a urethral infection or inflammation, it easily leads to urethral swelling and thus urination difficulty. Moreover, stress or insufficient water intake in cats are also common causes of urinary blockage.