Benefits of Royal Whiskers Natural Ingredients for Cats' Urinary Health
The active ingredients in Royal Whiskers Urinary Defense chews are effective and backed by scientific data.
We take pet health seriously, and if you are reading this, chances are you do, too. Urinary infections in cats can be serious (see our article on the health impacts of UTIs in cats here), and as pet parents we need to do our part in preventing them.
Royal Whiskers' chews contain ingredients that prevent bacteria from taking hold in the cat urinary tract, preventing the infections from starting. They also contain Vitamin B6 and Arginine, to help alleviate the symptoms of a UTI if your cat is already infected. Each of the ingredients has an important role in helping your cat.
- Marshmallow Root
- Soothing Effect: Marshmallow root contains mucilage, a gel-like substance that coats and soothes the urinary tract, reducing irritation and inflammation (Pet Herbal Handbook, 2023).
- Hydration Support: It helps retain moisture in the urinary system, aiding in the prevention of urinary tract infections (VCA Animal Hospitals, 2023).
- D-Mannose
- Prevents Bacterial Adhesion: Mannose binds to E. coli bacteria, preventing them from adhering to the bladder walls and reducing the risk of infection (National Center for Biotechnology Information, 2020).
- Safe Alternative: It is a natural sugar that is safe for cats in controlled doses and can be used to support urinary health without causing adverse effects (Veterinary Herbal Medicine, 2023).
- Arginine
- Ammonia Reduction: Arginine is an amino acid that helps reduce ammonia levels in the body, decreasing irritation in the urinary tract (Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 2021).
- Supports Bladder Function: It enhances nitric oxide production, which relaxes bladder muscles and improves urine flow (American Journal of Veterinary Research, 2020).
- Cranberry
- Urine Acidification: Cranberry lowers the pH of urine, creating an environment less hospitable to bacterial growth (ASPCA, 2023).
- Anti-Adhesion Properties: Contains proanthocyanidins (PACs) that prevent bacteria like E. coli from sticking to the urinary tract lining (Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 2019).
- Vitamin B6
- Prevents Crystallization: Vitamin B6 reduces oxalate levels, helping to prevent the formation of urinary crystals (National Institutes of Health, 2022).
- Anti-Inflammatory Benefits: Supports overall kidney and urinary health by reducing inflammation in the urinary tract (Feline Nutrition Foundation, 2023).
