Table of Contents
| QUESTIONS & ANSWERS |
| APPLE CIDER VINEGAR |
| CRANBERRY |
| CRANBERRY AND TOMATO JUICE |
| HIMALAYAN SALT |
| PAU D'ARCO |
| VITAMIN C |
Cystitis Remedies for Cats
Otherwise known as Feline Urologic Syndrome or Cystitis, many cat owners are all too familiar with this particular problem.' Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) can affect both female and male cats, although it is more common among females.' The condition occurs as a result of an infection in the bladder and will cause tiny crystals to form within the urine, which block the normal passage of urine.' This can be very painful for your cat as it will be difficult for them to urinate as they normally would.
Your pet will need to urinate more frequently but upon attempting it, will generally only be successful in having just a few drops pass at a time. You might also notice that your cat will discontinue use of the litter box when it needs to urinate, as this condition is very irritating for them and they are more comfortable using a cold, hard surface such as your bathtub, sink or countertop. It is also likely that the consistency of the urine will be thicker than it normally would be, the scent will be strong and foul smelling, and the urine will contain traces of blood. If this sounds like it is in line with your cat%uFFFDs recent behavior then the chances are high that they are suffering from FLUTD.
It is not known exactly what causes this problem. The same condition in dogs or in humans would be caused by a bacterial infection, however most cats with this problem do not have bacteria in their urine. If your cat is affected by FLUTD you may want to increase the amount of canned food that you are feeding them temporarily. Canned food as opposed to dry food has higher water content, and at this time you want to increase the amount of water that the animal takes in and decrease the mineral content of the diet.
There are several homeopathic treatments that can be administered to help clear up this very painful and distressing problem for your cat, such as Nux Vomica, Chimaphila or Cantahris. Although you will want to have the exact cause of the condition diagnosed in order to choose the correct treatment.
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[YEA] 08/25/2008: Annie from York, UK writes: "I was searching the internet for a home-made remedy for feline cystitis/urinary infection when I came across this site.I am so glad I did! This was the second time my cat had contracted such an infection and I knew I was going to be faced with a hefty vets bill again. So many of you had recommended using ACV that I thought it had to be worth a try. My cat had been weeing constantly and with pain, there was blood in her urine, she was listless and had no appetite. I put 1/4 of a teaspoon of ACV into her drinking bowl with 1 cup of water and used a syringe which held approximately 2 tablespoons full to get it into her mouth. 12 hours later and she is a different cat! There is no blood in her urine and she is back to her normal healthy self. I can't thank you enough for your recommendation of the ACV. I intend to always keep a bottle to hand now and will certainly be telling all my cat-lover friends about its miraculous properties. Thank you!"
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[YEA] 08/13/2008: LAURIE Z. from HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA writes: "OKAY,I AM WRITING ABOUT THE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, MY CAT GARY WAS SHOWING SEVERE SIGNS OF HAVING UTI AND WE WERE GIVING HIM SMALL DOSES WATERED DOWN IN THE MORNING AND AT NIGHT IT TOOK ABOUT FIVE DAYS AND BELIEVE IT OR NOT MY CAT WAS UP AND BEING HIS USUAL SELF AND GOING TO THE BATHROOM LIKE HE NEVER HAD IT. I WAS SO HAPPY BECAUSE HE WAS IN SO MUCH PAIN AND I JUST WANTED TO GIVE IT A SHOT BEFORE HAVING TO SPEND THE MONEY AT THE VET AND IT WORKED I AM SO AMAZED THANK YOU SOOO MUCH FOR THIS WEBSITE..."
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[YEA] 08/05/2008: Jay from Florissant, Missouri writes: "I used apple cider vinegar to cure my cat's urinary blockage after a 1500 dollar visit to the vet the first time this occured. A neighbor suggested trying a home remedy. I found this web site and learned about apple cider vinegar to cure cat's of urinary blockage.I had a syringe from the vet for giving my cat water to help him swallow his medicine I used this 6 militer syringe to give my cat ACV BY MIXING IT WITH ONE CUP OF WATER AND GIVING HIM 1FULL syringe in the morning and 1 at night the 1st 3 days then 1/2 a teespoon of ACV to his water dish which holds 2 cups.
I am pleased to report that MAX my male cat is doing fine and is urinating normally now will keep him on this for the rest of his life. my thanks to Earth clinic"
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[YEA] 06/02/2008: Deb (beachgirl1964@hotmail.com) from Rockport, Texas writes: "I was very happy to find something that would help my 5 year old rotty that has been suffering from cystitis for a year now. I had nothing to lose by trying apple cider vinegar, since nothing else was working. Wow within 2 days she no longer was frequently peeing and when she did there was no more blood. I used a half slice of bread and put about 2tsp or so of it then put some peanutbutter over that. I give it to her twice a day she thinks she's getting a treat lol. thanks earthclinic"
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[YEA] 05/04/2008: Tonya from Houston, USA writes: "Apple cider vinegar is great for crystals and UTIs in cats. The vets would be out of business if they recommended ACV, because it heals almost everything. In addition to all the skin disorders that cause scratching and hair loss, I have cured my male cats crystals which almost killed him 4 yrs ago. I had great success clearing another cats urinary tract infection. Wish I had known about this remedy last year when I had a house full of foster cats with upper respiratory infections. It cost a bundle having them all on antibiotics. People and their pets should have Apple Cider Vinegar everyday for many many reasons as reflected in this outstanding site. Thank goodness for the Internet, because this is information the doctors sure won't tell us. They have an expensive office visit and a toxic pill for everything."
05/09/2008: Denise from Lavalette, WV replies: "My female cat has been DX'd with a urinary tract infection - taken antibiotics - made her a little sick to her stomach - has not cleared up (15 days last day 5/8/08).The antibiotics did not work. When she pees it's just a small amount. How do I administer or get her to take the ACV? Any help IS greatly appreciate as Little Foot is only 2.5 years old (born Aug 2005) THANK YOU everyone for your help in advance Despirate Pet Owner who can't afford the 70 prescriptions. "
05/14/2008: Suzette from New Prague, Mn replies: "FLUTD and apple cider vinegar - I was actually wondering what the measurements were for the cats and how it was given I have a cat 4 yrs old that has struvite crytalls and keeps getting them which means vet which means unhappy kitty. His last bout #4, he was peeing all over our new house. I had a vet that was all over the place about taking care of him, so I would like to try this remedy. They want to keep him on amitryiptaline to see if that would help. Any thoughts would be greatly apprecited! Thanks for the time."
EC: Please see the following page for more information: http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/acv_for_cats.html
08/08/2008: Joy Davison (joydavison76@gmail.com) from Johannesburg, South Africa replies: "Hi My name is Joy, i have a 2 and a half year old female doberman that was spayed about a month and a half ago. Two weeks later i have realised that she seems to have a weak bladder. I wake up in the mornings drenched in what seems to be water. It also almost has a weird smell.. cant put my finger on it but almost a weak blood smell but its clear water. I am not sure if it is urine.. sure doesnt smell like it. I am terrified. I phoned my vet who just told me very relaxed that it is a lifelong problem and she would need to take pills every day. I almost fainted when i heard that.. i came across your article on ACV and bought some last night. I fed it to her with some yogurt... she seemed to like it. I am still very worried about her.. but over here we have vet's that only want your money and your dogs best interest comes last. Can anyone please tell me what you think of the ACV and if it really works? Thanks"
08/08/2008: Karen from Manchester, NH replies: "I need some advice about my male cat Milo who is 4 yrs old. He had Struvite crystals 2 years ago and about 2 days ago I've noticed the same behavior as before (i.e. constantly cleaning himself, multiple trips to the little box). 2 years ago it cost us $1200 for a 3 day stay at the hospital. With the economy the way it is right now we can not afford another visit to the vet. I have been reading several home remedies and want to know if using the apple cider vinegar ACV is to prevent it or to help get rid of it. Any info is greatly appreciated. I do not want to see him suffer any longer."
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[YEA] 07/10/2007: Jennifer writes: "I just wanted to let you know how wonderful ACV is. My cat started showing symptoms of a UTI. I stumbled upon your web site and thought I'd try this remedy on him hopeing It could decrease his infection until I could get him to the vet. It not only decreased it but he is acting like his old self again. He is having bowel movements and urinating normal again. He is energetic and running around the house with the energy of a kitten. His coat is shiny and soft. I will still take him to the vet and get his urine tested but I am confident that it will show no sign of his illness. Thank you for helping folks who are searching for natural remedies to treat illness."
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[YEA] 01/13/2007: Jennifer from Hackensack, NJ writes: "My cat was diagnosed with fleine lower urinary disease. She was developing struvite crystals. Vet had her on antibiotics and special food. Her eyes looked dull and her coat looked dull. I did some research and now she takes 6 drops of cranberry extract which dissolves the crystals and she eats human grade ingredient cat food. I haven't had a problem in 6 years."
07/22/2008: Sasha from Reston, VA replies: "Hi, my cat is very sick all the time. Can you please tell me what kind of cranberry extract do you use and how do you meger 6 drops and how many times per day do you give your cat the extract? Thank you in advance."
07/22/2008: Olivia (okramer78@yahoo.com) from Reston, VA replies: "Hi, My cat is very sick all the time. The vet said that she has crystals and chronical cystitis. She is on special food (Purina UR) and they give her antibiotics all the time, but nothing is working. I really would like to try cranberry extract. Can you please tell me what type to use, how to meger 6 drops, and how many time per day should I give it to her? Thank you in advance."
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[YEA] 08/22/2006: Janet from Orlando, FL writes: "My cat suffered from this ailment on and off for years until I tried a few tablespoons of Tomato Juice in her food. Also had the same result with cranberry but since it's so bitter, it's hard to get it down her. Also I stayed away from the dried cat food which seemed to make it worse."
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[YEA] 03/03/2008: Marian from Groningen, Netherlands (Europe) writes: "Himalayan salt. My female cat has had severe bladder problems for over 2 years. Antibiotics helped a little bit but it always came back. She has dry food for PH-balance but that did not help either. I tried vitC, cranberry and ACV but she does not want that, even hidden in food she really loves. 'About a year ago I put a little bit of Himalayan salt in the water, initially for my dog who has arthritis. Well she still has (the dog) but my cat drinks from that water too (she loves it) and has not had any bladder problems since. I still also give her the food for PH balance."
08/04/2008: Christine from London,On. Canada replies: "Where can I find Himalayan Salt?"
EC: Try Whole Foods or the Internet...
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[YEA] 07/26/2008: Nicole from San Diego, CA writes: "re: Urinary Tract Infection in Cats - Pau D'Arco
A couple years ago my cat had a urinary tract infection (I assumed - he was peeing all around the house right in front of me and there would be little if any urine and blood in it). I took him off of dry food and put some drops of Pau D'Arco Herbal Glycerite Extract into his water bowl. Within a day his behaviour changed and his kitty litter box was put to good use. He went back to being the happy crazy cat he was before - and I no longer get cheap dry food! He's never had another infection in the past couple years and he has a preference for dry food. I probably put about 10 drops or so of the extract (mine was alcohol free and from Herb Pharm) into his bowl and kept him inside to make sure he wouldn't get water from another source.... but that was about 2 years ago so I'm not sure on the exact amount."
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[YEA] 02/17/2008: Marion from Renton, Washington writes: "My female cat had multiple UTI's over a year. After several episodes of expensive antibiotics I decided to take a holistic approach. She has been taking 250mg. of vitamin C added to a tsp. of canned cat food for the past 3 months, and so far no UTI's."
08/22/2008: Emew from Seattle, WA replies: "Hi. My kitty has been having crystals recently, and the methioform chewables seem to help, and she takes them like a treat. This week she had a relapse, and I adjusted her dosage, then took her in so the vet could check the urine. She was feeling better, and the pH was good. Anyway, I was asking him about cranberry supplements, and he said that was probably a good idea, but to be sure there was not added vitamin C, because it could contribute to the oxalate crystals, that occur in urine that is too acidic. There are so many different opinions out there on this topic, its hard to say what's right for our kitties. I just thought I'd let you know what my vet said today. Good luck!"
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