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My cat has to have food with low magnesium because he has a urinary tract problem, but he is very overweight. I am trying to find a cat food with low magnesium that will also help him with his weight problem. Any suggestions?
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Originally Posted by melinda_2212005
My cat has to have food with low magnesium because he has a urinary tract problem, but he is very overweight. I am trying to find a cat food with low magnesium that will also help him with his weight problem. Any suggestions?

if u start feeding him raw meat his UT proble will likely go away and he will lose weight. you can call me the Raw Diet Poster Boy.
post #3 of 6
I've noticed that since I began feeding my overweight boy a combination of dry and canned food that he gradually slimmed down - I believe the canned food has really helped him to feel more satisfied on less food. If your cat is on a prescription diet, your vet may carry a canned verision of your cat's low magnesium diet. I've seen some articles that say canned food is better for a cat with urinary problems anyway, so introducing canned food may help on both fronts.

If he's on a prescription diet be sure to check with your vet before making any diet changes.

If you're interested in a raw diet as mentioned above, it would be a good idea to consult a holistic veterinarian about your cat's special needs first.
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Originally Posted by melinda_2212005
My cat has to have food with low magnesium because he has a urinary tract problem, but he is very overweight. I am trying to find a cat food with low magnesium that will also help him with his weight problem. Any suggestions?
Has he been to a vet? Vets carry special prescription diets. My cats are currently on Waltham's So, which is special prescription veterinary food for cats with urinary problems.
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Talk with your vet .. there are some over the counter but
post #6 of 6
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Thanks, I think I will try the canned food diet with him. As of right now I have been giving him canned food as a treat that he only gets once in a while.
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