Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD), a disease that as its name suggests affects the bladder and urethra in cats and that is part of daily clinical practice is caused by multiple factors and is shown though signs of pain, frequency and even blood containing fluid. To date, nutrition has proven key in the management of this disease. This article reviews the established nutritional management objectives to assess the best nutritional plan possible in both prevention and treatment in cats. The management goals evaluated are: Adequate intake of energy and nutrients to support vital functions as well as the patient’s ideal body condition in terms of weight and lean mass, seek decrease urine supersaturation of urolith precursors while increasing inhibitors, and modifying the urine’s pH and gravity which will reduce crystal precipitation.

The article clearly indicates patient follow up is key in the treatment of FLUTD to determine if the chosen nutritional approach is completely adequate or needs any adjustment, some patients may need monthly check-ups and screenings including X-Rays, urinary or faeces analysis. In those patients under preventive measures, urinary samplings and possibly some image tests can be ideal at 6 months and yearly.