Urinary, Kidney & Incontinence
Dear PetSage,
My veterinarian has exhausted all
her recommendations for my elderly dog that has had incontinence
problems over the last few months. She tested for urinary
tract infections, bladder stones, and many more potential
causes, all of which came up negative. She now recommends
that we begin hormonal treatment for incontinence. Is there
any alternative natural treatment?
Dear Incontinence Sufferer,
You need to thank your veterinarian
for her thoroughness and care. I am often saddened when
physiological causes are overlooked. Yes, there is one product
that we are aware of for incontinence that has been used
successfully by many of our clients, "Leaks No More",
formerly Urinary Incontinence, by HomeoPet. Used as directed,
elderly pets and females dogs suffering from incontinence
after spaying, lead much drier lives.
Dear PetSage,
We have had a multi-cat household
for many years with minimal problems . . . until now. A
young male we added a year ago has started peeing in the
house. We're at our wit's end with him!
Dear Wit's End,
Unless you've had this youngster
examined by your veterinarian, scoop him up immediately
and have your veterinarian make sure this behavior is not
caused by a life threatening urinary tract infection or
crystals. A cat, whose urinary tract is irritated or blocked,
may make repeated trips to the litter box (with little or
no elimination), squat indiscriminately and frequently,
run around the house, or any other method to show you his
discomfort. If he is diagnosed with a urinary tract disorder,
then consult with your veterinarian on diet, medications,
herbal and homeopathic therapies to reduce the risk of reoccurrence.
Remember that a cat who has experienced urinary discomfort,
may begin to fear his litter box. Consider adding another
box, or changing the type of litter to decrease any fear
issues.
If there are no physiological causes,
then you will need to address behavior causes and treatments.
Check the article Litter Box Blues in the category box for
guidelines and recommended books.
Dear PetSage,
My elderly cat was recently diagnosed
with early stage kidney disease. Is there anything natural
or homeopathic I can use?
Dear Early Stage,
Many holistic veterinarians combine
a number of therapies: nutrition, herbal, homeopathic, acupuncture,
etc. with a goal of supporting the body own healing abilities
with positive results. Contact a holistic veterinarian near
you through the AHVMA directory: http://www.altvetmed.com
. Recommended books for more information include: All You
Ever Wanted to Know About Herbs for Pets, Homeopathic Treatments
for Small Animals, and The Naturla Health Bible for Dogs
& Cats. Chronic Renal Failure discussion groups can
also be helpful with products and therapies. Please remember
to discuss any diet changes, products or therapies with
your veterinarian.
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