Hydra Care
Hydra Care
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What is HydraCare Feline Hydration Supplement for Cats by Purina ProPlan?
- Purina HydraCare is a nutrient-enriched water supplement that promotes healthy hydration in cats.
- HydraCare contains nutritional osmolytes to help cells absorb water and combat dehydration.
- HydraCare has a tempting liver flavor and helps encourage cats to consume more liquid than with just water alone.
Why is HydraCare used for cats?
- HydraCare is ideal for cats that don’t consume enough water and may support cats with urinary and kidney problems.
What else should I know about HydraCare?
- Purina HydraCare is easy to feed. It can simply be offered in a third bowl alongside your cat’s food and water.
- HydraCare has a tempting liver flavor.
- Our pharmacists advise that you order only one package until you are sure that your cat likes the HydraCare. Refunds cannot be made for opened products, and there is a 10% disposal fee for unopened over-the-counter products returned to the pharmacy in 30 days.
What problems could my cat have with HydraCare?
- Contact your veterinarian if your cat's condition worsens or does not improve.
How do you use HydraCare?
- Give as directed by your veterinarian.
- HydraCare can be offered in a third bowl alongside your cat’s food and water.
- Manufacturer's suggested use: Give one 85-gram pouch per 5 lbs (2.27 kg) of body weight daily.
What is in HydraCare?
- Calorie Content: 11 kcal per 85-gram pouch.
- Active ingredients per 85-gram pouch: Protein 1.48 g, Fat 0.19 g, Carbohydrate 1.84 g, Crude Fiber 0.02 g, Calcium 2.21 mg, Phosphorous 0.77 mg, Potassium 32.56 mg, Sodium 14.55 mg, Chloride 24.29 mg, Magnesium 1.11 mg.
Will I get what I see in the picture?
- HydraCare is a brand name. You will receive the exact brand that you request.
Is it important for my cat to finish all of the HydraCare?
- Cats may use HydraCare for different lengths of time. Please consult your veterinarian if you have any questions.
Who makes HydraCare?
- HydraCare is made by the manufacturer Purina.
Review Summary
1467 total reviews
Rated 4.69 out of 5 stars
95% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
1180 5 star reviews
203 4 star reviews
33 3 star reviews
19 2 star reviews
32 1 star reviews
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent product. Many uses for your fur baby.
My husband and I have 5 rescues, our oldest was recently diagnosed with renal failure and our youngest has a very sensitive stomach. We mix a little into soft food on a regular basis. It smells just like chicken bouillon and I'm guessing that is what entices my oldest to eat (for her we use it to get her to eat more do she gets enough calories). It's also solved a lot of the sensitive stomach issues for our youngest. We don't use a whole packet per day, just a little sprinkle in with some soft food or on top of some very low sodium tuna (Starkist brand - about 2 tablespoons). Our vet was kind enough to let us sample it at first, now we buy it by the box.
Most Liked Negative Review
Didn't do much for my cat
My kitten of 6 month has been having diarrhea ever since I got him, my vet suggests that the food he was on was too rich and he has a very sensitive tummy. So we tried switching his food to a vet recommended special diet and added fortiflora to his food everyday. He didn't seem to improve much, his diarrhea was still runny its been 2 weeks. The first thing in the ingredients is animal digest, I understand it's probably there to promote eating, but I'm not sure if that's helping with my kitten who's suppose to be on a very strict diet. One thing that baffled me was that this only had one strain of bacteria, and there was no guaranteed analysis of how much bacteria culture is in each pouch. I'm not giving this product a negative review solely because it didn't help my cat, there might be other underlying problems, but I'm just very disappointed that a product suggested by a vet was this low of quality. Now I won't know if probiotics is not helping because my cat has some other health problem or if it's because there's not enough bacteria culture in fortiflora (since I have no idea how much there is) and not enough variety.
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A regular for my dog's digestive problem.
From UndisclosedComments about Hydra CareHas worked well for my dog's digestive problem. Recommended by my vet. -
Highly recommend Feline FortiFlora for your cat.
From undisclosedComments about Hydra CareOur cat will open cupboard doors and pull these out, open the box and the envelopes and eat it straight from the box. When he is finicky all we need to do is sprinkle it on his food. -
Will buy again...
From undisclosedComments about Hydra CareI give 5 stars to anything to help my cat that I can actually get into him! I sprinkle it and mix it into a little of his real "fishy" smelling canned food, along with his B12 chewable pill. -
1st Time Buyer
From undisclosedComments about Hydra CareGreat Product, Quick Delivery and Good Price I am very pleased -
Best thing you can give your dog!
From undisclosedComments about Hydra CareYour dog needs this if he/she has diarrhea, very soft stools, excessive gas and your vet has examined the dog and cleared him/her of other health problems. If antibiotics, dietary changes, stress, persistent and periodic digestive issues are making you and your pet miserable, try this product for 30 days. You will soon know if this product will help your dog or not. Stop changing dog food every week according to what's on sale and give the dog a chance to adjust to some good pet food and daily FortiFlora mixed with the food. You and your dog will be glad you did. -
Been using this for a while
From Los Angeles, CAComments about Hydra CareWe've been using this along with some other medications to keep my dog's IBD at bay. Seems to be helping and I am thankful because she was very sick for a long time. -
I would buy this product again
From MAComments about Hydra CareEasy to use...mixed it in with food -
Tear stains are gone!
From Roanoke, TXComments about Hydra CareI ordered Fortiflora (canine) for my 3 year old male English Bulldog with ulcerative colitis. He has been on Fortiflora since he was diagnosed over a year ago. While I was away from home, our pet sitter gave Fortiflora daily to our 2 year old white female English Bulldog also. We had tried several products for tear staining with no real good outcomes. Medicated wipes seemed to help a little but nothing had cleared up her rust stained wrinkles or stopped her excessive tearing. Six consecutive days of Fortiflora were enough to see big improvement when we returned home and now, two weeks later, she has just a faint pink tint to her wrinkles and no tearing. -
Works Great!
From Bettendorf, IowaComments about Hydra CareI use one packet everyday mixed w a small amount of canned. And then on top of dry. Dog has gastritis and this probiotic works well. No trouble with her eating it! Cheaper to use this daily then to go to vet when the gastritis flares up.-
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From WVComments about Hydra CareUse this daily on my GSD's .. My male GSD has digestive issues and the vet said to try this. Took about one month to get it in system well but now I have used it for over a yr and buy it by the case when I can or at 3 boxes at a time.. My female uses it too.. don't need it but I put it on her anyway.. May put my pup 5 mo old on it.. the vet said he could go on it , but might way until he is older.. Anyway, I do highly recommend it.
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Q & A
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Calming Care by Purina for CATS! I'nm looking for those reviews, not reviews about the product for dogs. Any cat people out there trued this on your cat??
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Is Hydra Care safe for a cat with kidney disease? Specifically, I wonder about the potassium content. Also, Should Hydra Care be fed separately from food? Does feeding it in food or alongside food change its composition enough to affect the hydrating ability (osmolarity)??
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Purina Hydra Care is a nutrient-enriched water supplement that promotes healthy hydration in cats. According to the manufacturer, Hydra Care is recommended as a supplement for any cats who would benefit from additional water intake. Hydra Care should be offered separately, in a third bowl alongside your cat’s food and drinking water. 1 packet of Hydra Care contains 32.56 mg of Potassium. It is recommended to consult with your veterinarian to determine if Hydra Care is appropriate for your cat’s needs.
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Is hydra care safe for all cats to consume even those without urinary problems??
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Purina Hydra Care is a nutrient-enriched water supplement that promotes healthy hydration in cats. According to the manufacturer, Hydra Care is recommended as a supplement for any cats who would benefit from additional water intake. Please consult with your veterinarian to ensure appropriateness of Hydra Care for your pet cat(s).
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is there a difference in efficacy between the tablets and the powder???
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According to the manufacturer, FortiFlora powder and chewable tablets contain the same strain of probiotic bacteria in each formula.
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How long is hydra are feline hydration supplement used??
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Hydra Care is a water supplement for cats that help promote hydration. The manufacturer does not provide a specific time frame. It’s advised to consult your veterinarian who can help determine how long your cat may need this supplement.
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How much water per sachet? And can the bowl of water with Hydra Care be left out untill all the water is consumed ??
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One sachet of Hydra Care contains 85 grams of liquid. Hydra Care should be offered separately, in a third bowl alongside your cat’s food and drinking water. According to the manufacturer, any unused portion poured in the bowl should be discarded after 12 hours. Any unused portion remaining in the pouch may be stored in the refrigerator for no longer than 3 days.
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Is there any problem with my warming food from refrigerator that has Calming Care in it? I don't make it hot. I just make it lukewarm.?
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According to the manufacturer, warming the Calming Care some is okay. It is active up to a certain temperature. However, it is better to warm the food and then sprinkle the Calming Care on. The manufacturer does not recommend a microwave because the heat cannot be controlled as well.
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We purchased the Purina pro plan calming packets how do u administer them??
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The manufacturer recommends administering one packet daily under the supervision or direction of your veterinarian.
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Is this product safe to use on breeding females during pregnancy and after whelping??
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Calming Care is a probiotic that contains active bacteria cultures, but no active medications. The manufacturer states that although there are no developmental studies in pregnant or nursing females, they state it is safe in dogs while pregnant or nursing. Please discuss with your veterinarian regarding use of Calming Care in your dog.
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What are the side effects??
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Side effects noted for FortiFlora are mild and gastrointestinal in nature. Please consult with your veterinarian if your dog is having side effects to FortiFlora before further administration.
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