Does a cat physical exam test for UTI? Can Petco prescribe meds?

A UTI typically requires antibiotics for resolution. Pantaleona will need to be physically examined by your veterinarian. A sterile urine sample can be collected and submitted for urinalysis and a culture/sensitivity panel. This will confirm infection, identify the organism responsible and determine the best antibiotic to use in treatment. Your vet may recommend blood work to assess kidney function and abdominal xrays or ultrasound to assess the kidneys and bladder.

If your PetCO has a veterinary facility you can bring your cat for an exam and then the veterinarian there will prescribe the appropriate medication. I am afraid antibiotics can only be prescribed after a veterinary exam.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Harry! Less than 5% of male urinary tract issues are from bacterial UTI's. The most common cause for urinary tract problems in cats are feline interstitial cystitis, crystals in the urine and bladder stones. We can not diagnose diseases over the internet or provide drug doses with out actually examining the patient as it is against the law. Since it is a very small chance he needs antibiotics my advice is to take a urine sample and Harry for an exam at the Vet. You can repost with his symptoms and we can try to provide advice. I wish Harry the best!

Unfortunately, it is illegal for the experts at Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to prescribe any medication without seeing the animal in person first. That's because we don't know if the medication is safe for your cat's current medical status, or if it's the correct medication for their symptoms. If he is urinating frequently, I would suspect he has a UTI. I would take him into the vet to confirm he has a UTI, and the vet can prescribe antibiotics to treat it.

No, your vet must check your cat before he can prescribe any treatment for suspected UTI. UTI is not common in cats, most cats with symptoms of UTI actually suffer from a bladder inflammation that is stress related and the treatment for this condition is completely different than the treatment for UTI.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Bonita! The most common cause for a female to straing to urinate and only produce small amounts is a urinary tract infections, bladder stones, crystals in the urine or bladder inflammation. UTIs are from bacterial infections which are treated with antibiotics. Your Vet would have to prescribe the medications. She should be seen by your Vet and have her urine tested. I hope this helps and I wish Bonita a speedy recovery!

Hi. Yes, you can bring in a urine sample if fresh. They can not prescribe treatment if it comes back positive, without an exam. You can call your closest location to get price of exam, urinalysis, and potential medication.