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Why does my cat's urine smell so bad? What are common causes?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Curl Longhair | Female | spayed | 16 years and 10 months old | 18 lbs

what xan cause my cat's urine to smell bad?

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Answered By C. Rathjens, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 14th, 2018

Dehydration (causing the urine to be even more concentrated than normal), infection, diabetes, and kidney failure would all change the smell of Stormy's urine. I would recommend a vet visit for a full blood work and urine panel to see if any medical cause can be found.

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