Your Cat's Immune System

Urinary tract

Some cats may be affected by the formation of crystals in the bladder. Many factors have been associated with this condition, including sex, age, environmental conditions, diet and stress. However, for the majority (60-70%) of these cats the cause is unknown. The condition is painful and needs veterinary management. Diets made with high quality animal protein naturally acidify the urine and, together with a low magnesium content, can help support urinary tract health.

Immune system

When kittens are born their immune system is not fully developed and mum gives them her antibodies with the special milk she produces in the first 24 hours after birth. This protects the kitten for 1-2 months but, until their own defence is fully developed, they are quite vulnerable. In later years a cat�s immune system progressively declines and they experience the same vulnerability in their defence system. In addition to providing complete and balanced high quality nutrition, it has been shown that adding antioxidants, such as vitamin E, helps support the immune system of young and older cats even further. After all, cats are life�s natural adventurers and need to be well protected to face the challenges it brings.