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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Good product
From IowaComments about Hydra CareHelps my dog with digestive issues..................................................................... -
Works wonders!
From Snoqualmie, WA, USAComments about Hydra CareWe have been using FortiFlora for our Weimeraner ever since we adopted her through a rescue group. She had serious issues with gas which was unpleasant for us and her. This product has helped tremendously! -
Cleared up my dog's IBS
From UndisclosedComments about Hydra CareOur Mastiff suffered regularly from IBS, at least once a month. Since stating FortiFlora, one packet a day on his breakfast, he has not suffered once.-
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From Baldwin, NYComments about Hydra CareI was at my witts end until my vet suggested this to me after a 3rd visit with my 3 legged fluffa - who happens to be a maine coon cat with long hair. Due to his hind leg being gone he has trouble burying his stuff. He had had loose stools ever since i found him which was getting worse. Within 2 to 3 feedings his stools returned to normal. This was such a god send- trying to clean his bottom and furr was very unpleasant. It has no smell and is much less stressful on the pet than trying to get a pill down. Highly suggest this.-
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great product, great company
From Glendale, CA, USAComments about Hydra Carei use regularly for my dogs. i am impressed by vetrxdirect service-cant beat them or their prices. -
It works!
From New York, NY, USAComments about Hydra CareMy 2 years old GSD had diarrhea �without any reasons every couple of months. �We tested his stools and found no parasite. �Finally my vet recommended this product. �What a miracle!!! It is now almost 4 months without any signs of diarrhea. �One packet a day sprinkle on his food, and he has no problem eating it! � -
great product
From Bethlehem, PA, USAComments about Hydra Caregreat product for my Rottweiler. he loves to eat everything out side. and this does the trick.
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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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Do you mix this into water or just put in a separate bowl??
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According to the manufacturer, Hydra Care should be fed in a third bowl, alongside your cat’s food and water.
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My kitten got into the box... Can they overdose??
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FortiFlora is a probiotic and contains no active medications, so your cat will not overdose. According to the manufacturer, the primary concern would be your cat ingesting the packaging materials (e.g. box, tape). If packaging materials were ingested, the manufacturer recommends to continue feeding your pet normally and observe them to ensure no intestinal blockage of the packaging materials. Speak to your veterinarian with further concerns.
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My 1 year old Golden Retriever has been prescribed Calming Care for her high anxiety issues. She has developed a loose stool. Please let me know if this is a normal side effect. The medication does have a calming effect.?
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Upon calling the manufacturer they stated this is not a normal side effect of this medication. They have not had any reports of this product causing loose stools at this time. Please contact your veterinarian to discuss the new symptom of loose stools.
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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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How many times a day can the FortiFlora be given a 70 lb. dog for diarhea??
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One packet of FortiFlora is sprinkled on your dog's food once a day. If your dog is having diarrhea while getting one packet a day, please contact your dog's veterinarian.
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I have a kitten 6 months old which tested positive for FeLV, he has diarrhea all the time. Would this be good for him or would it hurt him? ?
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It is always recommended to speak to your veterinarian prior to adding any medications or supplements. Your veterinarian may have a specific brand of probiotic or another supplement or medication to recommend for your cat. Thank you, VetRxDirect
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HI, I have a math question. For one box of FortiFlora it is $23.99. Your ad says if you buy three boxes you will save $36.84. My trusty calculator tells me 3 times $23.99 = $71.97. I'm only seeing a savings of $4.48. Can you explain? Thanks, Susan?
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Susan, The ‘Save $36.84’ that you see is showing you a savings over the average price available on the internet for a particular item. The savings we have offered for purchasing a larger quantity (a package of 3 or 6 boxes) is not calculated from the average savings, it is a savings we offer for the higher quantity purchase. We hope that helps take some of the confusion out of the numbers! Thank you, VetRxDirect
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What is the difference between this product and human probiotics??
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Phillip, Fortiflora, just like all probiotics, contain live organisms to help promote intestinal health. Probiotics will vary to some degree, differing from the potency and number of different live organisms; fungus and bacteria. The choice of bacteria strain for FortiFlora has been specifically chosen for cats and dogs and also includes other ingredients: protein, fat, and fiber. Thank you, VetRxDirect /
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