First of all, the snots (aka CJ & Robin) already have a water fountain. I've had one for many many many years now, and I'm actually on my second one since the first developed "issues" after so many years of use. Secondly, the snots also get only bottled water. After reading all the stories here on PT about male cat urinary issues (Fister being the first one I ever heard of having the PU surgery), I've always been afraid of CJ getting crystals and blockage, so they've always gotten bottled water. Terry and I drink out of the tap, the snots get bottled.
As much as I like the idea of a grain-restricted diet, after doing more research, it sounds best to restrict protein, at least until the crystals are gone, then we can see what happens from a maintenance standpoint.
The one last issue I have to deal with is that we live a mobile lifestyle. In other words, I'm not always in the same location to just run to the vet to restock cat food. I need a food that is somewhat readily available everywhere in the country from places like Petsmart. Specialty pet stores are sometimes hard to come by in some of the small towns we frequent. Although.....I did find a place online that I can order food such as Science Diet, Royal Canin, etc., so I may just go with those brands, especially if some have had good success with them, like Dakky.
Thanks for the suggestions - keep 'em coming and thanks KAK and Jo for the uppydates as to what is still working for you.
Tubby
Spring 1986 - Dec. 11, 2004
RIP Big Boy
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Peanut
Fall 1988 - Jan. 24, 2007
RIP Snotty Girl
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Robin
Fall 1997 - Oct. 6, 2012
RIP Sweet Monkeyhead Girl
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