Does drinking more water and urinating frequently indicate kidney trouble for cats?

While drinking more water and urinating frequently can be signs of kidney disease in cats, they are also normal behaviors especially if the cat is eating canned or wet food which has higher moisture content or if the weather is hot.

To determine if a cat has kidney disease, a veterinarian will typically perform blood and urine tests. These tests can help to assess the function of the kidneys and identify any abnormalities that may be present.

In some cases, a veterinarian may also recommend additional tests, such as an ultrasound of the kidneys, to obtain further information about the health of the kidneys.