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Urinary Tract Inflammation and Infections happen often.

Here is what the University of Maryland Medical Center has to say:

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Here is WHAT you need to know about Urinary Tract Infections
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SIGNS
Your pet cries or strains when urinating. You see blood in your pet’s urine. She is urinating more frequently. She may be urinating throughout the house. Your male dog has a visible discharge from his penis sheath. There may also be an inability to hold urine the normal amount of time/apparent incontinence.
Bladder infections are localized to the bladder. There are rarely signs of infection in other body systems: no fever, no appetite loss, and no change in the blood tests.

CAUSES
Many urinary tract infections are caused by bacteria which have spread from the urethra. Some are due to bladder stones secondary to diet. Others are a primary inflammation of the lining of the bladder wall.
Of special note are apparent bladder infections in un-neutered male dogs; these are often an infection of the prostate gland, requiring antibiotics and neutering by your veterinarian.
In cats, Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) needs special attention. It has a strong association with environmental stressors, and you need to be aware that these cats are especially sensitive. Environmental stressors lead to bladder inflammation.


SOLUTIONS

DIET.  Yes there are the veterinary diets, but here are a few other things to consider. More moisture is needed. If you have a cat with repeated urinary tract infections, then he or she should only be fed canned food. If you have a dog with repeated urinary tract infections, then he or she should be fed a combination of dry food mixed with water, canned food, and some homemade diets. One of the holistic beliefs is that allergies can cause a great deal of inflammation, affecting your pet's immune system - so if your pet is allergic to a particular food, it may contribute to the incidence of infections. My suggestions are to avoid carbohydrates completely and cats, and give minimal carbohydrates to dogs. So for most cats and dogs, the high protein diets are ideal.

PROBIOTICS.  Probiotics are increasingly being used for people with recurrent urinary tract infections, and have found to be increasingly helpful in pets. They seem to have anti-inflammatory qualities as well as decreasing the likelihood of the bacteria re-colonizing in the bladder. If your pet is on antibiotics for a urinary tract infection, it is a good idea to supplement with Lactobacillus to restore the healthy bacteria that are lost. The dose is 1/4 capsule per 10 lbs of body weight daily.


Green tea (Camellia sinensis) standardized extract, 250 - 500 mg daily, for antioxidant, anticancer and immune effects

Cat's claw (Uncaria tomentosa) standardized extract, 20 mg 3 times a day, for anticancer, immune and antibacterial or antifungal activity.

Homeopathy: CANTHARIS. Can provide some symptomatic pain relief from urinary tract infections. The dose is two 30C pellets given twice daily for 3-5 days.



Heal Your Pet At Home!

Best Wishes,

Dr Andrew Jones, DVM


P.S. If your pet has a recurring urinary tract problem, then you should be on some type of probiotic.

My supplement contains the specific probiotic Lactobacillus, which has scientific studies backing its effectiveness.

Yes you may need specific conventional veterinary care, BUT you need to look at what else you can do to stop the recurring infections.

Antioxidants such as Vit E and Selenium
Essential Fatty Acids
Probiotics

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DISCLAIMER: This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your own veterinarian. Dr Andrew Jones resigned from the College of Veterinarians of B.C. effective December 1 2010, meaning he cannot answer specific questions about your pet's medical issues or make specific medical recommendations for your pet.

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