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Do cats get urinary tract infections, if so, what are the symptoms?

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Do cats get urinary tract infections, if so, what are the symptoms?

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Cats get urinary tract problems for many reasons. Typically they will make more trips to the litterbox, strain to eliminate and have blood in their urine when a uti occurs. Urinary tract problems can be painful and serious if not treated. If any of these signs occur with a male cat is essential that they get veterinary attention. Male cats can become blocked which can be life threatening. At the first sign of urinary tract problems seeing a vet is important. Antibiotics will be needed to clear the infection. It would be wise to submit more urine for culture and sensitivity after treatment to ensure infection has cleared. Urinary tract problems create all kinds of physical and behavioral problems.

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