Description
Virbac Cat Dry Food Urology Urinary WIB 1.5kg Virbac® Cat Dry Food Urology Urinary WIB 1.5kg is a veterinary diet designed to help reduce the risk of struvite stone recurrence and oxalate stone formation in cats. It also contains ingredients that can help support Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC). The key benefits and characteristics of this food are:
- Reduces struvite stone recurrence: Struvite stones are the most common type of urinary stone in cats. They are made up of magnesium ammonium phosphate, and they can form when there are too many of these minerals in the urine. This food helps to reduce the risk of struvite stones by binding to these minerals and preventing them from forming crystals.
- Reduces oxalate stone formation: Oxalate stones are less common than struvite stones, but they can still be a problem for some cats. They are made up of calcium oxalate, and they can form when there are too many of these minerals in the urine. This food helps to reduce the risk of oxalate stones by binding to calcium oxalate and preventing it from forming crystals.
- Supports Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC): FIC is a condition that causes inflammation of the bladder in cats. It is not known what causes FIC, but it is thought to be a combination of factors, including stress, genetics, and diet. This food can help to support cats with FIC by reducing inflammation and promoting urinary health.
- Increases water intake: This food is formulated to be highly palatable, which can help to encourage cats to drink more water. Drinking more water is important for urinary health, as it helps to dilute the urine and flush out any crystals that may be forming.
- BEHAVIOUR Plus Complex: This complex contains ingredients that can help to reduce stress and promote positive behavior in cats. Stress can be a trigger for FIC, so reducing stress can help to prevent flare-ups.
- Low Struvite RSS (<2.5): The Struvite RSS (Relative Supersaturation) is a measure of the risk of struvite stone formation. A lower RSS means that there is a lower risk of stones forming. This food has a low Struvite RSS, which helps to reduce the risk of struvite stones.
- High EPA+DHA (omega-3): Omega-3 fatty acids have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to reduce inflammation in the bladder. This can be beneficial for cats with FIC.
- Body Weight Control: This food is formulated to help cats maintain a healthy weight. Obesity can be a risk factor for urinary problems, so maintaining a healthy weight can help to reduce the risk of stones forming.
If you are considering using this food for your cat, be sure to talk to your veterinarian first. They can help you determine if this food is right for your cat and can provide you with specific feeding instructions.