Urinary problems – Walkerville Vet

April 3, 2019April 20, 2019

Grape Sultana & Raisin Poisoning

‘Essential facts (Details Below)’

When A Dog Eats Grape Products

Grapes are toxic whether dried, fresh or cooked
The toxic dose is unknown and highly variable
Removal via vomiting and treatment of kidney damage gives good results

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June 24, 2018August 9, 2018

Help! My Cat Keeps Trying To Pee

Emergency Care’ (details below)

When A Cat Tries To Pee But Nothing Happens

Many male cats trying to pee have urinary obstructions
Seek emergency vet help ASAP if your cat cannot pass urine
Untreated blockages causes extreme suffering and rapid death

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June 24, 2018December 8, 2018

Help! My Cat Is Peeing Puddles Everywhere

Cystitis in cats is a fascinating disease. How many other illnesses are more common after rainy weather or moving house? Or how about the fact that it usually isn’t caused by infection? Continue reading “Help! My Cat Is Peeing Puddles Everywhere”

April 14, 2018July 29, 2018

Early Age Desexing and Incontinence

If the only way you could have a certain puppy was if they were already desexed, would it be a deal-breaker for you? It would be for me.

It’s not a trivial issue. Many breeds in Australia come already desexed by the breeder before sale. I can see why they do it, but as a vet, it makes me uncomfortable. What’s the big deal? Continue reading “Early Age Desexing and Incontinence”

September 18, 2017January 13, 2019

Help! My Dog Is Peeing Inside

‘At A Glance (Details Below)’ What To Do

If A Dog Urinates In The House

Urinating in the bed is almost never a behavioural issue
Most cases are an easily treatable form of incontinence
A loss of toilet training in an older dog is often caused by urinary infection, excessive thirst and mobility or cognition problems

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September 17, 2017June 2, 2018

Help! My Dog Is Drinking A Lot

‘At A Glance (Details Below)’ What To Do

If A Dog Drinks More Than Usual

When dogs drink more it’s usually hormonal or kidney issues
These are all easily diagnosed on routine blood & urine testing
The top cause in small breed dogs is Cushings Disease
If testing is normal, there’s usually nothing to worry about

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July 30, 2017June 2, 2018

Help! My Cat Is Drinking A Lot

‘At A Glance (Details Below)’ What To Do

If A Cat Drinks More Than Usual

It could be due to diabetes, kidney or thyroid disease
These are all easily diagnosed on routine blood & urine testing
The top three causes can all be managed or treated if detected in time
If testing is normal, there’s usually nothing to worry about

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February 12, 2017July 1, 2018

Help! My Cat Is Peeing Inside

‘At A Glance (Details Below)’ What To Do

Why Cats Urinate In The House

The cause is usually anxiety, territorial stress, urinary tract disease or litter box problems
It’s not bad behaviour; most cats will stop peeing inside if you treat the cause and don’t punish
Clean up areas with cat urine using enzymatic cleaners to reduce odour and prevent recurrence

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July 17, 2016April 15, 2019

Common Problems Of Dogs, Cats, Rabbits & Chickens

Did you know there’s a lot more disease information elsewhere? Follow the links for:

March 14, 2016March 24, 2019

What Are Pet Blood Tests For?

You’ve probably noticed how much we like blood tests. Every year when your dog or cat has their annual checkup or when your pet needs an anaesthetic we ask you if you want blood testing.

Is this just over-servicing or are there good reasons to check? Continue reading “What Are Pet Blood Tests For?”