Best Cat Food for Urinary Health 2024

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Weight Management + Urinary Care is available only through veterinarians and is our top prescription-only pick. It contains controlled mineral levels and is enriched with DL-methionine, which regulates your cat's urine pH levels, helping to prevent urinary stones and crystals. 

Natural Veterinary Diet Weight Management + Urinary Care also contains several antioxidant-rich ingredients, such as blueberries, cranberries, and carrots, which help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs). 

It's a high-quality cat food, with deboned chicken as the top ingredient. That said, it's not human-grade and contains less-desirable ingredients like chicken meal and pea protein. 

Dr. Georgia Jeremiah, pet nutrition expert and one of Wag! 's veterinary consultants, recommends Blue Buffalo cat foods to her clients:

"Blue Buffalo provides wet and dry recipes tailored to various life stages, including high-protein and grain-free choices...With real meat, omega fatty acids and plenty of antioxidants, Blue Buffalo recipes are a good option for felines with delicate digestive tracts."

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet Weight Management + Urinary Care Dry Cat Food is complete and balanced, meeting the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) nutritional profile guidelines for maintenance (adults).

Orijen Original Entrée Wet Cat Food is an excellent standard wet cat food for cats with urinary tract issues. It's made with meats that are naturally rich in DL-methionine. 

It's made with 95% animal ingredients, ensuring it's high in protein. Plus, 80% moisture levels ensure your cat stays hydrated, which helps prevent the formation of urinary stones and crystals. This recipe has carefully controlled calcium, magnesium, and phosphorous levels to prevent mineral buildup in your cat's urinary tract. 

Orijen Original Entrée Wet Cat Food is high quality, with the top eight ingredients all a cut of quality meat or organ meat. It's low in carbs, with no peas, legumes, or potatoes included. 

Dr. Georgia Jeremiah notes, "Orijen is known for its high protein content, incorporating meat, organs, and bones from multiple animal sources. Recipes are made with fresh ingredients and avoids fillers, artificial additives, and grains. Additionally, they include a probiotic blend for digestive health. One potential drawback is that these diets are expensive, however, overall this is a high-quality, convenient diet option."

Orijen Original Entrée Wet Cat Food is complete and balanced, meeting the AAFCO nutritional profile guidelines for maintenance (adults).

Raised Right is one of our favorite fresh pet food brands, and their cat foods are an excellent option for felines with urinary issues. Each recipe is human-grade and gently cooked to maximize digestibility and nutrient absorption. 

All of Raised Right's cat food recipes contain over 59% protein on a dry matter basis, with three cuts of quality meat or organ meat as the top ingredients. Each recipe has around 2% carbs and moisture levels over 65%. 

Common secondary ingredients like carrots, blueberries, and spearmint are rich in antioxidants which help prevent UTIs. Both turkey and chicken are rich in DL-methionine. 

"Raised Right cat food offers a whole-food diet with real meat as the initial ingredient, ensuring a high-protein meal. Including organ meats for vital nutrients and antioxidants, their recipes often feature limited ingredients for simplicity and digestibility. Notably, they exclude grains, potatoes, and preservatives while prioritizing safety with batch testing and traceable ingredients," says Dr. Georgia Jeremiah.

All Raised Right cat food recipes are complete and balanced, meeting the AAFCO nutrient profile guidelines for maintenance (adults).

• Raised Right cat food is available in four varieties: original chicken, original turkey, chicken & pumpkin paté, turkey & pumpkin paté

Raw foods are great for cats with urinary issues, as they're usually minimally processed, high in protein, and high in moisture. Instinct Raw Frozen Cat Food is one of the best options for urinary tract support, with recipes comprising over 93% animal protein and minimum moisture levels of 70%.

Instinct Raw Frozen Cat Food recipes include secondary ingredients loaded with antioxidants, such as blueberries, spinach, and apples. This frozen raw food comes in small pieces for quicker defrosting times. 

Dr. Georgia Jeremiah says, "Instinct cat food offers a species-appropriate diet with high protein content and real meat as the primary ingredient. With grain-free recipes and those free from artificial preservatives, colors, and flavors, Instinct provides options that are suitable for cats with digestive sensitivities."

Instinct Raw Frozen Cat Food is complete and balanced, meeting the AAFCO nutrient profile guidelines for maintenance (adults).

• Instinct Raw Frozen Cat Food is available in two flavors: chicken, pollock