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Urinary Stones in Cats

Urinary Stones in Cats

Urinary calculi are an excessive accumulation of mineral crystals, which combine to form a stone in the bladder and, less frequently, in the kidneys. The most common types of stones are struvite (formed in urine of alkaline pH) and calcium oxalate. Why did this happen to my cat? There are several factors or causes that can help in the appearance and development of this problem, such as: 1. Foods with lower quality ingredients or that contain high levels of certain minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus can cause the appearance of crystals. 2. Not consuming enough water leads to more…
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