Collecting a Urine Sample from your Cat

In this video and post, we provide some expert some tips on how to collect a urine sample from your cat at home. There are many reasons why we might ask for this, whether it’s to check your cat’s kidney function or to look for signs of diabetes.

The easiest way to collect a sample is by using non-absorbable litter beads, which you can find at your local pet store, your vet clinic or from us at the hospital.

Here's how it works

Start by getting a clean litter tray and pour the non-absorbable beads into it. Most sample kits will also include a pipette for collecting the urine and a small container to store it.

Once your cat provides a sample, use the pipette to draw the urine into one corner of the tray, squeeze the bulb of the pipette, and carefully collect the urine.

After that, transfer the urine into the container provided. If we’ve asked you to perform a urine dipstick test at home, you can do that now as well.

Be sure to label the sample with your cat’s name so we can properly identify it when you bring it to us.

Are you worried about your cat’s health?

If you are concerned about your cat, please reach out to our friendly team. Call us on 1300 228 377 or fill out the contact form below. In an emergency, please contact your local vet.

For vets – to refer a patient or book a telehealth consultation, please call us on 1300 228 377, book through the portal or fill in the form.

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Contacting Us

Pet Owners
If you would like to talk about treatment for your cat, call us on 1300 228 377 or fill in the form.
In an emergency, please contact your local vet.

Vets and Nurses
To refer a patient or book a telehealth consultation please call us on 1300 228 377, book through the portal or fill in the form. For advice calls, please see the guidelines here.

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