Urinary problems in cats are unfortunately common. Typical signs of a urinary problems include straining to urinate, urinating bloody urine, inappropriate urination (urinating outside of the litter box), and licking the belly or around the urethra. If you notice urinary symptoms in your cat, it is extremely important to determine if your pet is urinating. If your pet is not passing urine and is attempting to urinate, it is extremely important to contact your veterinarian or closest emergency veterinary hospital as soon as possible. Male cats are unfortunately susceptible to lower urinary tract obstruction. Please follow the link below for more information on urinary obstruction in cats.