My older cat is crying and straining to pee. Could it be a UTI?

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My older cat just started roaming around the house and crying in a very upsetting manner. Then she keeps trying to urinate, unsuccessfully, tho only a couple of hours ago she ate a breakfast and used the litter box successfully. I'm a little worried. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 10 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

She may have a urinary tract infection. This causes straining with only small amounts of urine and burning when she urinates. It causes discomfort which is why she is roaming and can't get comfortable. I recommend taking her to your veterinarian for treatment. They will check a urine sample for bacteria, blood and crystals and will prescribe medication, usually antibiotics. If there are crystals they may recommend a prescription food to prevent this from recurring again. Please don't give her human pain medications. You can feed wet food with some added water to help flush out her bladder. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Bella.

My older cat is crying and straining to pee. Could it be a UTI?

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