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Naomie Müller

Published on

March 12, 2025

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Chronic dehydration is a silent threat to the health of domestic cats. Despite its serious consequences – kidney disease, urinary infections, and chronic health problems – it remains largely underestimated by owners. But a recent innovation could transform our approach to this issue thanks to a unique natural solution that encourages cats to drink sufficiently.

The impact of chronic dehydration on feline health

Dehydration in cats can go unnoticed until the situation becomes critical. Unlike dogs, cats rarely show obvious signs of thirst or dehydration*. But beyond this apparent normalcy, scientific studies paint an alarming picture: chronic feline dehydration is not just a temporary discomfort. Veterinary data is clear: nearly 30% of cats over 15 years old suffer from chronic kidney disease*, often worsened by insufficient hydration.

This condition is only the tip of the iceberg. Indeed, chronic lack of hydration triggers a cascade of complications in the body: it doesn't just affect the kidneys, it significantly increases the risks of multiple serious pathologies. Among the most concerning are urinary stones (urolithiasis) and urinary infections, particularly painful conditions that can quickly become critical, especially in males where they can cause potentially fatal obstructions.

Feline hydration: a growing nutritional challenge

The radical evolution of the feline lifestyle in our societies has created fertile ground for chronic dehydration. Contrary to popular belief, their predatory nature does not protect them from risks related to insufficient hydration. Several factors aggravating this problem often remain invisible to owners:

L'évolution radicale du mode de vie félin dans nos sociétés modernes a créé un terrain propice au développement du stress chronique, une réalité encore trop souvent minimisée. Si beaucoup considèrent les chats comme naturellement indépendants et adaptables, cette vision simpliste occulte une vérité plus complexe : nos environnements domestiques actuels peuvent significativement compromettre leur équilibre psychologique. Les espaces de vie confinés limitent leurs comportements naturels d'exploration et de chasse, tandis que la cohabitation forcée dans les foyers multi-chats génère des tensions territoriales chroniques.

Predominant dry food

Modern cat food, although convenient, contains very little water, whereas cats' natural prey contains up to 70%, creating a daily water deficit*.

Low thirst instinct

Unlike other mammals, cats naturally have a low thirst instinct and do not automatically compensate for their lack of water, even in cases of advanced dehydration.

Sensitivity to water quality

Cats are particularly sensitive to the taste, smell, and even presentation of water, often rejecting water that doesn't match their instinctive preferences.

These elements accumulate and compromise not only the cat's physiological well-being but also its long-term health. Paradoxically, owners' attempts to increase hydration (such as multiplying water points) can prove insufficient if they don't address the fundamental cause: making water more attractive to their feline companion*.

 À ces facteurs s'ajoutent le stress des visites vétérinaires et l'imprévisibilité de certains environnements domestiques, créant un cocktail particulièrement anxiogène pour nos félins. Face à cette réalité, l'approche traditionnelle - souvent basée sur des solutions médicamenteuses ponctuelles - montre clairement ses limites. L'administration quotidienne de comprimés ou de solutions orales devient un véritable défi pour les propriétaires, créant un stress supplémentaire qui peut paradoxalement aggraver l'état anxieux du félin.

A cutting-edge solution

In light of these findings, Stylla was born from a desire: to offer a simple and natural solution that sustainably supports our companions' health. Rather than treating the consequences of dehydration, Stylla acts at the source to encourage optimal hydration, essential for your cat's vitality and longevity.

Thanks to an approach based on the synergy between formulation, format, and frequency of use – Stylla has developed a response adapted to the challenges of feline hydration.

Stylla Hydration's natural formulation combines essential amino acids and vitamins whose effects on improving water taste (palatability) and supporting kidney function are scientifically proven*. This selection of ingredients includes :

• Glycine and proline, which naturally enhance the flavor of water to make it more attractive
• Threonine and histidine, which contribute to maintaining kidney function and protect against oxidative stress associated with chronic kidney problems.

The format of Stylla Hydration offers a dual advantage: a liquid formula to ensure optimal concentration and ease of use. A daily pipette in their bowl of fresh water is sufficient, instantly transforming ordinary water into a drink that your cat will naturally be inclined to consume in sufficient quantity. To go beyond the temporary effects of one-time solutions, Stylla Hydration has been specifically developed as a program allowing daily use over the long term. This regularity makes it easy to ensure continuous and optimal hydration.

Available for only 46 CHF per month, cat owners' enthusiasm for Stylla Hydration was immediate. This success can probably also be explained by the brand's confidence in the effectiveness of its products, to the point of offering the first month of its program free of charge and without commitment.