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frequent need to use the litter box, urinates a few drops

Sent to Pet Experts December 11 2005 at 12:33 PM
   

Just noticed yesterday. Crying, and using the litter box, frequently. Not doing much just a few drops. Again today, started doing the same thing. I have four cats, not easy to notice these problems. While I was cleaning the boxes he kept using the boxes and I noticed he was only urinating a few drops. Used the box about four or five times, with the same results.

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December 11 2005 at 12:48 PM (14 minutes and 29 seconds later)
         
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This could be quite serious if he is trying to block. We see this very often in male cats because their urethra is much smaller than in females and it tends to become fully blocked by urinary stones or a urethral plug.
If he is still urinating some, I would recommend getting him to drink as much water as he wants, by offering fresh cold water often. A vet visit will be needed tomorrow so his urine can be checked for blood, bacteria, and/or crystals. He may need x-rays to detect any stones he may have.
If he stops urinating tonight then you will need to see an emergency vet tonight as a blocked cat can become very ill and die from high toxic levels.
If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask.




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