Bladder Stones

RIPPER

Our 3.5 year old unaltered EBT recently developed bladder stones. We were feeding Orijen kibble mixed with Primal raw.. Vet recommend a urinary diet low in protein. The three brands recommended are full of by product. Ripper is eating the new food, and is healing well. Staples out next week. Waiting for lab results that determines type of stones. (struvite vs calcium).

I’m concerned about recurrent stones, and his new diet. Any suggestions? I would appreciate any feedback. My first post here, but I have learned so much on this website, thanks everyone! Our little guy (and his mixed breed sister) are part of the family! I’m sure everyone here feels the same way!!

BulliesofNC

That's not a common thing for Bull Terriers and genetics may be more of a factor than his diet. However, you may be forced to provide a diet that's best for his individual health.



https://bulliesofnc.com/bull-terrier-nutrition/

jur45

https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/natural-remedies-bladder-stones-dogs/

You’ve probably googled heaps but here’s one

RIPPER

Thank you! I'm still waiting for lab results that determine type of stones. In the meantime, I will feed the vet recommended diet. Ripp is doing well, staples come out in three days!

jur45

Great to hear????????????????????????

jur45

RIPPER

Update on Ripper Doodle: He's doing well. Unfortunately, his bladder stones were cystine, and most likely genetic. My vet said that feeding raw mixed with Orijen kibble may have contributed to the stone formation due to the high protein content. The vet insists that feeding RX Hills science diet is the only solution, but the ingredients make me cringe. So I do give him a small amount of raw. The water here in St Louis is hard, so I decided to filter his water. I recently had his urine checked, and it was free of crystals/blood. The pH was high, which is good, because stones form in an acidic environment. I also keep a close watch on his urine flow. We love our dogs very much, and want them to live long happy lives!!