My senior cat is peeing a lot, outside the box, with blood. What's wrong?

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My elder cat, we believe she is close to 20 yrs), has been peeing a lot. She has been going outside the 3 boxes we have for her to chose from (we have 4 cats) and the other day on the rug it looked pinkish as if she might have blood in her urine. She is acting fine other than this and eating/drinking. I'm concerned she could have a kidney infection or that she is doing what my cat who passed five years ago did right before he died. Any suggestions or thoughts? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 18 years and 10 months old | 6 lbs

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am sorry to hear about your concern for Dixie. We could have numerous possible causes for her symptoms, some easily treatable and others more complicated. We could see these signs with a urinary tract infection, cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), bladder stones, tumors of the bladder, and kidney disease. We can also see increased thirst and urination with things like Diabetes and Hyperthyroidism. I would recommend getting Dixie in to the vet as soon as possible for an exam and blood and urine testing to help determine the cause of her issue and start treatment.

My senior cat is peeing a lot, outside the box, with blood. What's wrong?

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