What caused my dog to have struvite stones?

Answer by  patti (29325)

Struvite stones are formed of magnesium and ammonia, which is a waste product of urine. Struvite stones are most common after an infection in the urinary system, which can cause changes in the system. Female dogs are 85% more likely to get struvite stones, and some breeds are more prone. Talk to your vet about preventative measures.

Answer by  Christian9247 (5042)

Usually a bacterial infection will cause Struvite stones. Much like humans it is cause of a buildup of acid. These infections will most likely always reoccur and require medical attention.

Answer by  MWhite (101)

Some breeds are prone to them from genetics. If he doesn't much, or needs to wait a while before he can urinate, this can cause stones. Sometimes they can be caused by infections which affect the urine pH. As he's had them once, he is a risk for them again.

Answer by  miekkro (82)

Struvite stones are caused by a bacterial infection, and the urine has become alkaline. If your dog has struvite stones he has a bladder infection and needs to be diagnosed and treated. Struvite stones, as well as bladder infections, can most definitely recur. Work with your vet on a prevention plan.

Answer by  wienerdogfan (42)

Struvite stones are a type of bladder stone that dogs may get. They can be caused by genetics or diet. There are specific dog foods that help dissolve small stones, but larger stones may require surgery. The dog may need to stay on a diet to prevent stones from recurring.

Answer by  dykwia (25)

Some races are predisposed to suffer from strutives stones. The stones are provoked by a bacterial infection which turns the urea in ammonia which lately at the end is crystalized. Unfortunately the struvite stones may tend to reappear. However, now a days they exist different methods to eliminate the stones.

Answer by  Rachel411 (468)

Struvite stones are caused by irregular urine pH, or bacterial infection. Most stones of this type can be dissolved with a change in diet and control of urinary tract infections.