My cat had bladder stone surgery. Will they return? Diet tips?

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after your cat has bladder stones removed surgically, will they definitely get stones again or are chances of stones returning low enough to make the surgery the way to go? we have tried the dry food from our vet, she won't eat it, (smells awful) tried to cover witth a little chicken broth, still no go, surgery is now our option unless you might help me with a way yo camaflage the food or recommend another brand. really don't want to ggo with surgery, need your input, driving myself crazy thanks. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 5 years and 2 months old | 5 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Pearl and poor you! I can certainly understand why this is driving you crazy. When a cat has bladder stones, unfortunately, there is the chance that they will occur again. You can try covering the food in tuna juice or gently warmed low sodium beef broth. Also try mixing it with some really smelly wet food that you've gently warmed up, such as sardine or fished based. If these things don't help and Pearl won't eat the dry food from the vet, then the stones will likely have to be removed surgically. I'm not sure which brand of food you are feeding her, but you can ask the vet if there is another brand you can try before having to resort to surgery. I'm sorry you are going through this, but I hope my answer helps you!

My cat had bladder stone surgery. Will they return? Diet tips?

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