Why does my cat keep getting UTIs despite clean litter and good food?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Siamese | Female | 2 years and 7 months old | 11 lbs
what will cause a cat to get uti ,she is on grain free food litter box is always clean she does get treats
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Most Helpful Answer
Published on December 24th, 2017
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! There could be a structural problem- meaning pouches in the bladder or abnormal placement of the ureters. The other concern would be stones in the bladder causing recurrent infections. I recommend taking her to a vet for an X-ray to look for stones. I would then talk to the vet about a prescription diet to help decrease the frequency of her infections. This is a very broad problem and you will need a vet to help you get to the root of it and discuss the best treatment options. Good luck and kisses to Minx!
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Published on May 26th, 2019
Hi there. It depends on many factors, and without knowing what the urine tests showed it's difficult to tell. I would wonder about their urine being too alkaline and allowing bacteria to form, or that they need to be on a different diet to help them drink more water and flush their diets. I would ask your vet about what you can do at home based on the results of the urine test on your kitties. I hope that helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
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