Finding the cat's bladder
Beneath the spine is the colon and then beneath that is the bladder. The bladder has a distinct shape and feeling. It feels smooth and self-contained, much like a water balloon.
How do I know if my cats bladder is full?
The easiest way to tell is by feeling in the belly for a distended bladder. It is often the size of a peach and if there is an obstruction the bladder will be about as hard and firm as a peach.
How do I know if my cat's bladder is blocked?
Signs of Urinary Blockage
- Repeatedly straining to urinate in or around the litter box. ...
- Producing only small drops of urine or none at all.
- Crying or howling in or around the litter box or in general.
- Licking at the genitals or around the base of the tail.
- Hiding/lethargy.
- Vomiting and/or refusing to eat.
