Urolithiasis in Sphynx cats
Disease of this system is very common in both cats and dogs. For example, studies in only one of the districts of the Moscow region indicate that urolithiasis was found in every fourth cat. But we must also keep in mind the fact that the disease becomes known only about those cats and kittens whose owners seek veterinary help. And how many of those who did not apply?
According to the vast majority of veterinarians, the activity of such diseases manifests itself in spring and autumn. And this period lasts two to three months.
It is important for owners of Sphynx cats to know what factors contribute to the appearance and development of this serious disease. Here they are: first of all, this is an unbalanced diet; animals lead a sedentary lifestyle; and this in turn leads to the accumulation of excess weight, and even obesity; infection often enters the genitourinary system; This is largely facilitated by the specific structure of the urethral canal.
It should also be noted that both cats and Sphynx cats are equally susceptible to this disease. Although there is an opinion that the urethra of cats is longer and narrower. There are bends and narrowings along its entire length. This could certainly be a reason for more frequent blockages. But this is just an opinion. If we talk about the age of sphinxes that are more susceptible to this disease, then it is older than four years.
It is believed that neutered cats get sick more often. Not at all. There is no basis for such claims. The point is this: castrated cats, as a rule, become lazy and lead a sedentary lifestyle. And hence: metabolic disorders. This is the reason for the appearance of the disease, and not the fact of castration itself.
First of all: every year give your cat a course of preventative treatment, especially for neutered animals. There is a wonderful drug called Cantarous. It is homeopathic (made with herbs), and is an excellent means of preventing urolithiasis. Once in the spring, a second time in the fall, give them one tablet twice a day for two weeks. Cantarine.
There is another wonderful drug: Liarature. It is also homeopathic. But it is more suitable for aging cats and cats. The fact is that it helps restore metabolism, and this, in turn, stimulates kidney activity, the digestive system and liver work better.
What to do if your pets are already sick with urolithiasis? For more than two hundred years, substances for its treatment have been known, and they are all part of Cantarine. They relieve inflammation and spasms, reduce the crystallization of salts, which means kidney function will improve. But when blood already appears in the urine, the animal is in severe pain, add a drug called Travmatin.
The doctor must decide whether to use tablets or give intramuscular injections, depending on the severity of the disease. As a rule, either a 1 ml injection for three to five days, or four tablets a day (one at a time, of course).
Remember! These are only recommendations. If you love your Sphynx, if you value him, then your only path is to a doctor.
