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my 17 year old cat has a very bad amonia smell to her ...
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my 17 year old cat has a very bad amonia smell to her urine what can i do ?

 

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April 23 1:50 PM (3 minutes and 15 seconds later)
         
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This is usually caused by either a urinary tract infection or crystals in the urine, both of which can be pretty serious in a cat this age.

I would go ahead and see the vet tomorrow for a urine culture to find out what you're dealing with.

Until then, I would try to increase her hydration by offering some plain pedialyte in replace of her water.

Then see your vet tomorrow.

Let me know if you still have questions.

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