Bladder Stones in Dogs
Bichon Frise Canine Bladder Stones
Bladder stones in dogs occur frequently in the Bichon Frise. Know how to tell the difference between dog bladder infection, dog incontinence and canine bladder stones, as symptoms can be similar... In fact, the first symptom of dog bladder stones, that many Bichon owners notice, is that their Bichon Frise has one dog urinary tract infection after another!
At some point, however, if your dog has constant dog urinary tract infection symptoms like blood and pus in her urine, you should suspect something more serious--like dog bladder stones!
Bichon Frise are prone to dog bladder stones
and
urinary tract infections.
Symptoms of Bladder Stones in Dogs
Usually the first symptoms of bladder stones is blood in the urine. But, you might also notice some other signs of stones:- Frequent peeing - Your dog might be driving you nuts, asking to go outside all the time. She may not be manipulating you, as she may feel a strong urge to pee.
- Accidents in the house - Dog incontinence or peeing in the house, is not common for a Bichon Frise female who has been house-trained.
- Licking the genital area - When any dog does this, it is a sign that there is some discomfort or irritation in that area.
- Unable to pee - If you Bichon goes outside and tries to pee and nothing happens (or only pees a little), pay close attention.
If this continues, your Bichon may have a medical emergency! Take her to the veterinarian immediately. If your dog cannot pee, the urethra may be blocked by a bladder stone. If the stone is not removed, the bladder can rupture. In addition, a bladder that has been stretched by holding too much urine, may not ever regain its muscle tone. If this happens, your Bichon might never be able to fully empty his bladder. If this happens, your dog will always be prone to getting another dog bladder infection or a recurrence of dog bladder stones.
Dog Bladder Stones Prevention
So how can you make sure that your Bichon does not get bladder stones? There are some simple steps to follow. There is, of course, no guarantee, with Bichon Frise--that they will NOT ever get bladder stones. But, if you follow these preventative steps, your dog will have a much better chance of avoiding this common dog health problem! - Plenty of water - Make sure your dog drinks plenty of water. Bichons like FRESH water, so make sure that the bowl is clean and the water is changed often. Otherwise, your Bichon Frise might not be getting enough water!
Another quirky thing about Bichon Frise is that they might not drink after other dogs. So, if you have another dog or two, make sure your Bichon has its own dog water bowl. - Pee frequently - Give your dog a chance to empty his bladder often. This helps prevent dog bladder infections, as well as dog bladder stones.
- Medicines - If your Bichon dog is taking Furosemide (Lasix), there is an increased risk for stones to develop.
Additionally, if your Bichon is taking steroids for her allergies, she also has a higher risk of developing stones.
While it is not entirely possible to completely avoid bladder stones in dogs, especially in dogs like the Bichon Frise, you can take steps to minimize the risks. And, if your dog is taking medicines, you will need to be especially observant to make sure that none of the dog bladder stones symptoms develop! If you have questions that you would like to ask a vet, you can get a quick and knowledgable answer at
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