Inflammation of the bladder (cystitis):A bladder inflammation predisposes the dog to a bladder infection. Urinary Crystals and Stones:Chronically acidic urine often results in urinary crystals, sometimesstones. When the urine becomes alkaline, minerals can settle out of the urine to form crystals whic...
People often experience the searing pain of a urinary tract infection (UTI). But dog UTIs can happen, too. Just imagine how your dog feels without words to explain his discomfort. Dog UTIs are common. They affect dogs of all ages and breeds. So if it hap
Here is an alphabetical list of some common canine health problems. For information on the causes, symptoms, and natural treatments of a specific dog illness, click on the link that shows the first alphabet of the dog illness (e.g. M for Mange):Latest...
Usually, dogs have their fixed routine and as they grow they learn to inform if they have the urge to pee and can control it. For a dog suffering from a urinary tract infection, it becomes difficult to hold the urine for longer. This may make them urinate in the house itself. So if ...
ictal phase, and you might come to recognize some signs that suggest they have had a seizure. For example, your dog might seem sleepy, wobbly, or particularly clingy. There might also be evidence, such as objects knocked over or disturbed, as well as urine, feces, or vomit in the house...
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Infection:Bacterial infection of the bladder, causing alkaline urine, is the main cause of struvite crystal formation. Food:You already know the food you feed your dog is extremely important in keeping him healthy. But feeding him the wrong kind of food can cause urolithiasis. High levels of ...
Subcutaneously transplanted cloned renal cells seeded in polycarbonate constructs connected to a reservoir via catheters produced sixfold greater volume of urine-like fluid than the control groups. Chemical analysis identified secreted levels of urea nitrogen and creatinine approaching up to 60% of normal...
Fear also causes the sphincter to relax and therefore, the dog cannot hold its urine or feces in the manner it can when it is calm and has to empty the bladder and/or bowels immediately, regardless of where it is. The dog does not do this ‘to spite you’, as many angry dog ...
You could also ask your vet about the possibility of an infection in his anal sacs. When glands fill up quickly again it can sometimes be because of infection. (But then this wouldn't cause itchiness in other areas.) It sounds like the plan is good. The only thing I might do different...