How to Detect & Treat Canine Bladder Stones VETERINARY By Dr. Carol Osborne Calcium Oxalate stones are now the most common type of canine bladder stones affecting dogs. About 25 years ago, Struvite also called Magnesium Ammonium Phosphate, was responsible for nearly 80% of all dog bladder stones, whereas Calcium Oxalate represented only about 5%. Due to changes in the formulation of commercial canine diets, specifically the addition of urinary acidifiers and reduction of magnesium, the nature of these stones has changed over the last several years from Struvite to Oxalate. Oxalate stones now make up nearly 75% of all canine bladder stones. What are the Signs of Dog Bladder Stones? Signs of Dog Bladder Stones: Straining to urinate Blood in the urine Abdominal pain/discomfort How Do Veterinarians Diagnose Dog Bladder Stones?
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