28/10/2026
Smokey’s hospitalisation stay💙
Smokey came to us vomiting and acting strangely. On examination, he had a firm, painful bladder and was only passing a few drops of urine. We were concerned about a urinary blockage, a life threatening emergency, particularly in male cats due to their narrower urethra.
Smokey was hospitalised for close monitoring, but during an overnight check, our night team found he could no longer pass urine at all. He therefore needed an anaesthetic to relieve the blockage and have a urinary catheter placed.
After 24 hours of urinary catheterisation, fluids, medication and lots of TLC, his catheter was removed and we were delighted to see him urinating really well on his own! 🎉
Smokey was quite the character and loved snuggling in his litter tray because it made him feel safe. Our nursing team provided him with a second tray filled with cosy blankets, alongside calming music and a quiet, dimly lit environment to help him feel relaxed during his stay💤💙
A reminder to cat owners: Straining to urinate or producing little to no urine is an emergency, especially in male cats. Please contact your vet immediately never wait for it to resolve on its own.
We’re so pleased with how well Smokey did!💙