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Cat Herbal Remedies
Kidney Failure or Disease is a common ailment in aging cats. For the prevention and treatment of Kidney Failure please see Dr. Siegler's article Dealing with Kidney Failure in Cats and Dogs.
It is often quite difficult to know which remedy will work for each companion. The process of trial and error is frequently the only way to determine the best combination for your animal. It is best to use a product for at least two weeks before deciding about its effectiveness (unless of course there are side effects, then any supplement should be stopped and a veterinarian consulted).
Please keep in mind that response to cat herbal remedies varies by individual. If your cats symptoms worsen or change in any way that concerns you, discontinue use of any supplements and contact your veterinarian.
A very common and frustrating problem for aging pets is Incontinence. The kidneys are one of the most common organ systems to wear out on a cat, and as hormone imbalance affects the function of the kidneys and bladder, your companion may have difficulty with urinary incontinence. She may simply not be able to hold it as long as when she was younger, or urine may leak a bit while she sleeps at night. Excessive urination or incontinence may be indicative of a disease such as diabetes or kidney failure, and a trip to the veterinarian is very important to determine if either is present.
As our companions age, some form of Cognitive Decline is almost inevitable. A cat my roam the house at night yowling and disrupting the household. Many owners of aging animals bemoan the lack of sleep in their household now that their companion is keeping them up half the night. There are a wide variety of supplements to help treat cognitive problems in aging companions.
Dr. Siegler, of Only Natural Pet Store, often recommends a supplement called Cholodin along with supportive herbs or supplements appropriate for the individual such as:
- Astra Essence (shown below) from Health Concerns – a good general Chinese herbal tonic which can help with cognitive decline and frequent urination.
- Memoractiv (shown below) by Thorne Research - a supplement containing Acetyl-L Carnitine, Ginkgo, and other herbs that can enhance cognitive function and memory.
For nighttime stress and fears:
All products mentioned above are available on this page.
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