Bladder stones are one of the common problems that
occur in most dogs. Often, the presence of stones cannot be easily
detected and owners only become aware of their pet\'s condition when the
problem has already worsened.

The presence of urinary stones
usually brings about the onset of many symptoms, most of which can be
very inconvenient. Some of the symptoms associated with bladder stones
dog are urinating in small amounts, bloody urine, straining to urinate
and constant pain especially during urination. When the dog stops
excreting urine, this is a sign of a worst condition.

What are Bladder Stones?

Bladder
stones are minerals that have accumulated and hardened in the urinary
tract or bladder. This can be caused by many factors including
genetics, diet, lack of water in the body, and bacterial infections. At
times, the pH level of the urine either becomes too acidic or too
alkaline. Once the urine pH goes beyond normal, urinary stones such as
struvite crystals or oxalate stones may begin to form.

Treatment

Treatment
for bladder stones in a dog may vary according to the cause of the
problem. In certain instances, particularly when the struvite crystals
are small, the vet may just prescribe a change in diet along with
certain medications that are designed to soften the stones in the
bladder. The vet may also advise owners to give the animal enough water
to help flush the stones out of the urinary system.

A special
diet may be prescribed by the vet to help normalize the pH level of
urine. There are certain diets that are especially made to help
eliminate urinary problems in dogs. Often, the diet prescribed may
contain a considerable amount of moisture to help meet the daily liquid
intake requirements of the animal.

In cases where the bladder
stones cannot be flushed out by any other alternative methods,
particularly when the stones are big in size, the vet may have to
perform surgery. Surgery is especially needed when the stones have
already completely blocked the dog\'s urinary passage and have already
prevented the passage of urine.

Prevention

It should be
understood that even if the dog has undergone surgery and has been
treated, it does not guarantee that the pet will no longer suffer from
the problem again. Bladder stones can occur over and over again if
proper prevention techniques are not observed.

There are several
of ways of treating and preventing the recurrence of urinary stones.
One of these ways is giving homeopathic remedies. Homeopathic remedies
have ingredients that can soothe the bladder and can help kill the
organisms that cause the infection and the formation of stones. Uva
ursi, staphysagris, berberis vulgaris and cantharis are some of the
most common ingredients of homeopathic remedies that are proven to
prevent the recurrence of infection in dogs. These ingredients are
known to have anti-bacterial properties which can help kill the
bacteria inside the urinary system. They can also strengthen the immune
system. Thus, administration of homeopathic remedies that have these
ingredients can well help in boosting the overall health of dogs.