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If your cat is unable to pee, it’s not just discomfort, it could be a life-threatening medical emergency. A urinary blockage prevents urine from leaving the bladder, and without immediate treatment, toxins build up in the bloodstream. In male cats especially, this condition can become fatal within 24-48 hours.
At URvet Care, our emergency veterinarians in New York are available day and night to provide urgent, life-saving treatment for cats with urinary blockages.
If your cat hasn’t urinated in 12 hours or is straining in the litter box with little or no urine, it’s time to treat it as an emergency. Other red flags include:
If you notice any one of these signs, don’t wait- call your closest vet and if you are in New York, call URvet Care right away. Cats can deteriorate quickly, and fast treatment can save their life.
When the bladder is blocked, pressure quickly damages the kidneys and can cause bladder rupture. Even waiting a few hours can make recovery harder.
Most at-risk cats:
When the bladder is blocked, pressure quickly damages the kidneys and can cause bladder rupture. Even waiting a few hours can make recovery harder.
Most at-risk cats:
What To Do If Your Cat Can’t Pee
Don’t wait. Cats can deteriorate quickly.
Call your nearest emergency vet. If you’re in New York City, URvet Care is open 24/7 in Astoria, Midtown, and Upper East Side.
Transport your cat safely. Even if your cat looks “ok,” urinary blockages worsen fast.
At URvet Care, we provide:
At URvet Care, our emergency veterinarians in New York are available day and night to provide urgent, life-saving treatment for cats with urinary blockages.
Yes, male cats (especially neutered males) are at higher risk due to their narrow urethra. Stress, dehydration, and certain diets can also contribute.
If your cat hasn’t urinated in 12 hours, is straining in the litter box, or producing little to no urine, it’s an emergency that needs immediate care. Urinary blockages can be fatal within 24 hours.
