Hydration for Cats With LUTD | Jodi L. Westropp, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM)

Learn evidence-based hydration strategies to reduce risk of feline lower urinary tract disease development, including feline idiopathic cystitis, urolithiasis, and urinary tract infections.

Hydration for Cats With LUTD

Speaker: Jodi L. Westropp, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM)

Date: 17 July 2025

Location: Bogotá, Colombia

Feline lower urinary tract diseases (LUTD)—including feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC), urolithiasis, and urinary tract infections (UTI)—are among the most common reasons cats visit the veterinarian. In this lecture, Dr. Jodi Westropp emphasizes the critical role that hydration plays in risk reduction and management strategies for LUTD. She explores the science behind water intake by cats, its impact on FIC, urolithiasis, and UTIs, and shares practical tips for increasing hydration. From wet diets to nutrient-enriched water supplements to innovative water delivery methods, learn evidence-based strategies to improve outcomes for your feline patients.

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