My problem is the print on the can is so tiny, I can't always read the ingredients. Salt is essential to humans to balance the electrolytes. Know that sodium is important to cats as wel. It's one thing to keep the level of sodium down, but if you eliminate it completely, you are going to have problems.
"What is Electrolyte Disturbance? When certain substances are excessive or deficient in your cat's blood, the body may not have what it needs to maintain muscle function, wakefulness or cognition. An electrolyte is a positive or negatively charged mineral dissolved in your cat's blood. Maintaining electrolytes within a defined range is important is important for brain, kidney, muscle and heart function. If electrolyte levels fall above or below the healthy range, your cat may exhibit strange behavior. The symptoms of electrolyte disturbances in cats can be scary for cats and their owners. Changes in breathing pace or rhythm, changes in heart rate, muscle weakness and seizures are few severe manifestations of electrolyte disturbance in cats. If you observe the sudden onset of these symptoms in your cat, contact your veterinarian immediately for a chemical panel. Understanding the condition of electrolyte disturbance can help you and your vet make decisions regarding your cat's treatment. Symptoms of Electrolyte Disturbance in Cats Symptoms of electrolyte disturbance in cats vary depending on which electrolyte is out of balance.
Sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus and calcium must be kept in balance to promote the optimal function of your cat's digestive, neurological, muscular and cardiac systems. The symptoms your cat exhibits could indicate one or a few of these electrolytes are out of balance. This can manifest a confusing cluster of symptoms, so it is important to visit a qualified professional immediately if your cat exhibits one or more of the following symptoms: Increased thirst Changes in color or amount of urine Muscle weakness or paralysis Anxiety, depression or confusion Changes in breathing rate Changes in heart rate Anemia Seizures Loss of consciousness Lethargy Since there are many electrolytes in the bloodstream, there are many types of electrolyte disturbances in cats. Only a veterinarian can draw blood to determine which electrolytes are out of balance in cat and how to treat her.
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