A cat’s diet can contribute to urinary pH imbalance by making urine more or less acidic and managing minerals that can lead to crystal and stone formations in the kidneys and bladder. “Diets can vary in how they support urinary tract health, but it’s important to look for restricted amounts of minerals, such as magnesium and phosphorus, which can contribute to the development of urinary crystal and stone formation,” Dr. Danielle Bernal, global veterinarian with Wellness Natural Pet Food, told The Spruce Pets. Crystals and stones are painful for your cat and can cause urinary tract infections, dangerous blockages, and kidney problems.

Providing your cat with a high-quality diet tailored for urinary tract health is among the most significant ways you can improve their comfort, long-term health, and longevity. To find the best cat foods for urinary health, we relied in part on our comprehensive survey of trusted cat food formulas and brands, gathering insights from 299 households, including cats on specialized diets for urinary tract infections.

Our Top Picks

Munchkin Prescription C/D Can For Urinary Care

Why We like it

What We Like

•Can dissolve struvite stones in one week

•Reduces risk of crystals and stone formation

•Formula developed by nutritionists and vets

•Controlled mineral levels

•hypoallergenic food with ingredient science

•Can be fed in perpetuity

This prescription-only urinary health formula was developed by nutritionists and veterinarians and has been clinically shown to help eliminate symptoms and signs of feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) and create ideal pH levels in urine. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, DHA, EPA to curb inflammation in the urinary tract as well as controlled levels of minerals like calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium to minimize buildup that can result in the formation of calcium oxalate stones and struvite crystals.

We like this food because it can do the hard work, like dissolving struvite crystals in as little as a week (though it takes about four weeks on average)—sometimes negating the need for surgical intervention—but is balanced and gentle enough to be fed to your cat for the rest of its life. It helps that it’s available in multiple flavors, giving you and your cat more dietary flexibility. There are also both dry and wet food formulations.