My cat is constipated after kidney diet changes. Does heat make it worse?

I am so to hear Molly is going through so much. It sounds like you are doing a really great job with her. I definitely agree that she needs the canned food to help increase her water intake which may be also why she doesn't drink as much. Of course it would be best if she would eat a canned kidney diet, but I would rather her eating something rather than nothing at all. Also, I would continue the laxative but you may want to try to add in some canned pumpkin (NOT pumpkin pie filling) which may help to add some fiber to her diet. Finally if she doesn't want the pumpkin, you could try to sprinke 1/2 teaspoon of plain metamucil (in the fiber section of the grocery) to her canned food and see if that will help with her constipation. I hope she starts to feel better.

Poor Baby. Try giving him canned food and adding water to it to see if that helps, as dehydration is the number one cause of constipation in cats. If this does not help within 24 hours, I would take him into the vet. I hope this helps, Barbara.

Hello and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. What you are describing (hard feces despite drinking and peeing, and drinking a lot of water) can definitely be caused by kidney disease, and that would be the number one concern. Other concerns would be diabetes, hyperthyroidism, megacolon, or possibly cancer. In terms of your medications comment, all medications have different times for how long they take to kick in, and how long they last. This can be changed based on hydration, age, kidney and liver function, and overall health status. It sounds like Jay might need to see a vet, based on your questions. Best of luck with Jay!

Oh my, Kitty is a very handsome boy! I love his socks on his feet, so cute. Feeding him canned food watered down is an excellent way to get him to lose weight. Canned food has lower calories than dry kibble, and the added benefit is that it will get extra moisture into his diet hopefully preventing any further occurrences of constipation. Dehydration is the number one cause of constipation in cats. Do not feed him any treats, and try to play with him at least once a day to get him moving. At his age, he certainly won't be running around like a kitten, but movement will be good for him. I hope this helps!

Poor fluid intake, low fiber diet, food sensitivities and intestinal parasites can all contribute to constipation in kittens. I recommend adding a probiotic/fibre supplement such as fortiflora and ensure she is kept up to date with deworming medications. Monitor for feces production, she may require another enema if not resolving

Since constipation issues are directed at increasing water content and fiber, I would recommend sticking with the canned Purina urinary food and then adding in fiber daily with 1-2 tsp of canned pumpkin or Metamucil. Also have him checked with your vet if there is ever a time he can't go at all because he may have a condition called megacolon (enlarged colon) which would require medicaiton to treat. You can also try Laxatone over the counter. Here is a website link with more information for you.http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=634 I hope your fur baby gets well soon.

If Anano is in pain I recommend an emergency visit. If not then tomorrow morning I would call your veterinarian to make sure we are not constipated. If Anano is they can prescribe medication to help draw water into his colon. He may need medication daily now to help him pass stool. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.