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Old March 3rd 10, 07:04 PM posted to alt.med.veterinary,alt.pets.cats,rec.pets.cats.community,rec.pets.cats.health+behav
Rene
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Default Male cat FLUTD UTI problems

1. Please don't give old medication to this cat. It's not safe.
Doxycycline especially is known to cause esophogial erosion. You may
end up spending more money in the long run just to save some money
now.

2. If you want to prevent further urinary problems, this cat NEEDS to
be on wet food. No other solution. You CAN transition this cat. I did
it myself with a former dry addict myself. It will take some patience
and a commitment on your part, but it is in the best interest of your
cat to do this. Here are some tips: http://www.catinfo.org/#Transitionin...o_Canned_Food_

As for brands, there are several good options. Some have mentioned
Wellness and that's a great food. Nature's Variety and Innova Evo are
other excellent choices. You can also try a commercially made raw
diet. Again, lots of good choices there including Nature's Variety and
Stella & Chewy's (I have fed/feed both).

No dry food, prescription or otherwise, is going to help. This cat
needs more moisture, and cats just can't drink enough to make up what
they don't get in their diet.

You asked us here to both (a) help your cat and (b) save money
overall. Switching to wet food will do this. No, it's not easy (I've
been there), but you CAN do it.