Bladder and kidney stones in dogs are usually surgically removed. Sometimes they are treated with interventional radiology, which is the technique used for stones in people. Your vet will use a ...

These stones can form in the bladder, kidneys, urethra, or the ureter (a portion of the urinary tract). Urinary stones and UTIs have similar symptoms, so a vet’s attention is necessary ...

There are various causes of bladder stones in dogs, but struvite stones are the most common. Struvite stones form when the pH in the urine becomes too alkaline.

A gene mutation that causes high levels of uric acid in all Dalmatian dogs and bladder stones in some Dalmatians, has been identified. The discovery equips dog breeders with the tools to eliminate ...

A gene mutation that causes high levels of uric acid in all Dalmatian dogs and bladder stones in some Dalmatians, has been identified by a team of researchers in the School of Veterinary Medicine at ...

The causes of bladder stones vary by species and even by breed. In dogs, struvite stones often form secondary to urinary tract infections, especially in females.

Senior dogs may need to urinate four to six times a day due to aging or health conditions affecting bladder control. You might want to read our guide on how to stop your dog peeing around the house .