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Mini Urine Finder LED Light
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Epakitin
Epakitin is a highly palatable new nutritional supplement that safely and effectively supports kidney function and helps slow down the progression of chronic kidney disease. Can be administered alone, mixed with regular food or in combination with a prescription renal diet.



One Step Vet Pet Urine Test Strips Dog, Cat, UTI, Diabetes, Kidney, Liver, Blood, Ketones (VET-10/100 Test)The examination of the urine of dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs etc can provide information leading to the diagnosis of disorders of the urinary tract After dipping the strip in urine specimen, wait for appropriate time. There is a color chart on the bottle. Can monitor urinary system as well as other organ systems, including liver functions, acid-base status, and carbohydrate metabolism. This kind of information allows users to diagnose diabetes, kidney problem, metabolic disorder.A semi-quantitative determination of blood, urobili­nogen, bilirubin, protein, nitrite, ketone, glucose, pH-value, density and leukocytes in the urine of small animals is possible.



Made with natural ingredients like Alumina, Cantharis, Causticum, Gelsemium sempervirens and Plantago. This combination provides relief from leaking or urinary incontinence that occur in older pets, and spayed females/neutered males. The clinically proven formula is safe and effective, and can be used on all pets.



UriVet10-S2(Standard Package 2sets), Home Mobile Checkup Urinalysis Test Strips Kit Health Wellness Care for Dogs & Cats - With UriVet's you can prevent your pet's wellness by checking various types of conditions such as diabetes, bladder infection and more - Use 'UriVet 10' to analyze test results, check health conditions, manage methods clearly. Monitor your pet's health through regular checkups - track your pet's health records at your home easily



Urinary Tract Relief 1oz - dietary supplement blend of herbs in an anti-microbial base designed to help animals overcome Urinary Tract Infections



Vet Classics Urinary Tract Dog Supplement- Urinary Tract Support for Dogs, Pet Incontinence- Cranberry Dog Supplements- Chewable Tablets 120 Ct.



Roll over image to zoom in Amber Technology Vibactra Plus- Organic herbal supplement designed To help Immune, oral and skin with antioxidants, 1 ounce



Organic Turmeric Root Powder W/ Curcumin | Lab tested | 100% Pure from India | USDA Organic | Non GMO | Gluten Free | 1 Lbs Resealable Kraft Bag


Carprofen Chewable Tablets
Carprofen Chewable Tablets


Benefits: *Safe to use every day *Controls pain and inflammation associated with osteo arthriritis *Controls post operative pain and inflammation asssociated with orthopedic surgery *Flavored tablet Dosage and Administration: Please follo
Benefits: *Safe to use every day *Controls pain and inflammation associated with osteo arthriritis *Controls post operative pain and inflammation asssociated with orthopedic surgery *Flavored tablet Dosage and Administration: Please follo
Deramaxx tablets are a prescription non-steroidal non narcotic anti-inflammatory drug NSAID of the coxib class proven safe enough to use every day. Deramaxx is for the control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic bone surgery in dogs and for the control of pain and inflammation soreness associated with osteoarthritis in dogs.


KIT4CAT CheckUp UTI Urine Testing Strips for Cats and Dogs - Detection of pH, Nitrite and Leukocytes x 50



P-Scoop Dog Urine Collector - Telescopic Urine Catcher for Dogs to 29"









Urinary Tract Infections & Kidney Disease in Alaskan Malamutes

Cystitis is a bacterial infection of the lining of the bladder. Urethral infections in both males and females often precede bouts of cystitis. Other predisposing causes include increasing diabetes, and being on steroid therapy for a long time.  In male dogs who are intact, Prostate problems seem to go along with cystitis.  Dogs that go long periods of time without eliminating have a greater risk of developing bladder infections so especially as your dog ages, make sure he gets outside to potty enough during the day.  Cystitis can also cause urinary stones.  The stones may form around the bacteria present in the bladder.bladder

The main symptom is painful urination.  Unfortunately, most Malamutes will not let on they are in pain so your only real symptom may be bloody urine (not always easy to see) and increased frequency. The urine may appear cloudy or smell worse than usual. They may ask to go out more than usual or have non-typical accidents in the house. Females may lick at the vulva or have a vaginal discharge.  Other dogs my take an increased interest in that dogs pee.   The only way to know for sure is to get a urinalysis from your veterinarian where it will show bacteria, white blood cells, and often red blood cells in the urine.

 Cystitis should be treated promptly to prevent kidney infection. The veterinarian will prescribe an oral antibiotic that is effective against the particular bacteria causing the problem. Usually the antibiotics are given for 10 days or longer.  It's important to have the urine checked again about a week after stopping the antibiotics to make sure the infection hasn't returned.

Urinary acidifiers sometimes help prevent bacteria from adhering to the bladder wall. Blackberries, raspberries and cranberries have compounds called ellagitannins that prevent bacterial adhesions to the bladder wall.  Vitamin C or d-I methionine, even raw meat, may help as well to lower urine pH. The more acidic the urine, the less likely it is to harbor bacteria. We have prevented full-blown urinary tract infections if caught early with just some cranberry juice added to a dogs food.  If your dog doesn't like the taste of cranberry juice, you can get cranberry tablets at the health food store. If this doesn't work, next step is antibiotics.  If antibiotics and natural methods (berries, juice, vitamins) aren't solving the problem, that suggests a secondary problem, such as bladder stones or kidney disease. The vet will need to do x-rays or an ultrasound to look for stones. A secondary attack is also treated with antibiotics based on bacteria sensitivity tests.  Chronic forms of cystitis may require the use of urinary antiseptics or long-term antibiotics.

Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate have been shown to help some cats with recurrent urinary infections. These are safe supplements that might help dogs too -although there is no evidence that they affect urinary tract problems in dogs.

When Riggs began asking to go out frequently and desperately we took him for a workup at MSU.  Our local vet had noticed that his urine was not as concentrated as it should be - in other words it was more water than pee.  The workup at MSU determined he had early stage kidney disease and with just a change in diet to a lower protein food helped him hang in there for more years than expected. When kidney disease is suspected, you will need to keep protein to a minimum because it is difficult for the kidneys to filter.  Since dogs are carnivores mainly, it becomes difficult to get enough protein, and not aggravate the kidneys.  What we discovered (your mileage may vary) is to use a combination of special kidney kibble and an occasional raw meaty bone. This is where feeding completely raw may help your dog as well.  Because the meat acidifies the urine, the dog can tolerate an occasional high-protein meal - which makes up for the fact that the food he eats most of the time is almost all carbohydrates and little protein. Riggs did well on the ProPlan NF Kidney function.  Our vet stocks Science Diet (which our dogs have never done well on) so I have to special order it.  At least this has been our experience.  Please discuss any menu changes with your vet before attempting something new.

While we think of kidney and bladder problems affecting older dogs - it's actually younger dogs that are more likely to be affected by cystitis unless there is an underlying problem such as kidney disease. Therefore, if you notice your Malamute straining or urinating more frequently, or having accidents or blood in the urine, have them checked immediately before more serious damage is done..





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