Urinary problems

Urinary stones in dogs

Overview

Most of the time, the minerals contained in the food a dog eats and the water he drinks pass from his body when he urinates. Sometimes, though, those minerals clump together and form stones in the bladder, urethra, or kidneys. These stones can irritate the urinary tract and, if they grow large enough, can partially or even totally block the flow of urine from the dog's body. Urinary blockage is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment by a veterinarian, but all urinary stones need a vet's attention.

Urinary problems in cats

Overview

The urinary system includes the bladder, kidneys, ureters and urethra. Problems with the urinary system are fairly common in cats. Cats can get infections of the bladder or kidneys. Also, obstructions of the urethra as well as bladder or kidney stones can occur, as well as inherited or congenital problems. Cystitis is a general term that refers to irritation and inflammation involving the bladder.

Urinary problems in cats

Overview

The urinary system includes the bladder, kidneys, ureters and urethra. Problems with the urinary system are fairly common in cats. Cats can get infections of the bladder or kidneys. Also, obstructions of the urethra as well as bladder or kidney stones can occur, as well as inherited or congenital problems. Cystitis is a general term that refers to irritation and inflammation involving the bladder.

Urinary stones in dogs

Overview

Most of the time, the minerals contained in the food a dog eats and the water he drinks pass from his body when he urinates. Sometimes, though, those minerals clump together and form stones in the bladder, urethra, or kidneys. These stones can irritate the urinary tract and, if they grow large enough, can partially or even totally block the flow of urine from the dog's body. Urinary blockage is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment by a veterinarian, but all urinary stones need a vet's attention.

Ask a PetDoc: Pomeranian urinating everywhere

Question: Pomeranian urinating everywhere 

Hello Dr. Jim,

I have a 4-year-old toy Pomeranian…male. He was toilet trained. He began urinating in my home when I’m away on business and leave him with my husband or a pet sitter. He is getting worse...lifts his leg anywhere, especially on room entranced, furniture, etc. I have wall to wall carpeting and am afraid to have it redone as I don’t want to have to get rid of this dog, but am thinking about that as an alternative to having pee all over my home. Any help you can offer?

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