Every cat owner’s worst nightmare is litterbox issues. From peeing all over the house to the worst, a full blockage of the urethra, litterbox issues are smelly, inconvenient and may cost you furniture, family member frustration and the even some tough decisions about what to do with your cat. More and more cat owners are rejecting conventional crystal dissolving foods due to concerns about the quality of traditional pet food. The answer for those owners and their cats may lie in natural herbal therapy.
Natural treatments for feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) can be used as an alternative to conventional treatments. Treatments such as herbs, homeopathy, acupuncture, and nutritional supplements can be used to provide a more natural approach to treating this condition. These treatments may help reduce inflammation in the urinary tract and reduce bladder pain and infections. They may also improve the overall health of your cat by helping to balance hormones, reduce stress and boost the immune system.
Herbs can be a great alternative for managing feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). Some of the best natural herbs for treating FLUTD include dandelion root, uva ursi, marshmallow root, corn silk, and chamomile. These herbs can help reduce inflammation and irritation in the bladder, improve the overall health of your cat’s urinary tract, and boost their immune system. They may also provide relief from pain and other symptoms associated with this condition. As with any herbal treatment, it is important to consult with a qualified veterinarian before beginning any course of treatment.
For the above herbs, there are good points to each that can help from different angles. Herbs have natural properties that can help reduce inflammation and irritation in the bladder caused by FLUTD, as well as boost the immune system. They may also provide relief from pain and other symptoms associated with this condition, including frequent and painful urination. Dandelion root is a diuretic, which helps cats pass urine more easily, while uva ursi has a soothing effect on the urinary tract. Marshmallow root and corn silk can help soothe inflammations, reduce discomfort, and improve bladder health. Chamomile is calming, anti-inflammatory, and helps to reduce anxiety associated with FLUTD. Also, CBD oil is a great alternative to reduce anxiety and inflammation.
Let’s stress one point: don’t do this all at once. Start with one herb and give it time: 3 days should be good. Don’t start anything else until you’re sure item #1 is or isn’t working. Keep working with your veterinarian and arm yourself with some easy to use hydrophobic litter to make it easy to get test updates. Kit4Cat is available at Riverside Animal Clinic & Holistic Center.
Also, here’s some news from Tufts about feeding a pet with FLUTD.
Cristen Carlson with Dr. Jim Carlson
Riverside Animal Clinic & Holistic Center, McHenry IL, 815-344-7716 riversidemchenry@gmail.com
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