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shir · 12-19-2008, 05:52 AM

Can anyone tell me what to do (home remedy) I any help

LDandPasquale · 12-19-2008, 05:57 AM

i would add a little UNSWEETENED cranberry juice to her water. I say unsweetened cause you dont want to add any sugar into their diet. Or you could always try cranberry tablets....same benefits without the sugar...ask the vet how much you can give though.

shir · 12-19-2008, 06:17 AM

I heard apple cider vinegar or garlic but I'll call the healthfood store about cranberry

Brodi mom · 12-19-2008, 06:41 AM

If you think it is a UTI then she needs to go to the Vet... If those things get really bad she could die... Im sorry if this sounds harsh but if you cant afford to take her to the vet . She needs to have a new home.. UTI are very very painful... Im poor but always find money to take Babies to vet if needed .. that is why i gave up smoking so i would have extra for the babies...

phfgkl · 12-19-2008, 07:11 AM

I have to agree, with dogs comes unexpected vet bills, I know alone in the last month, I've spent close to $500 on my dogs(and thats on 2 out of the 6), I also have 2 (the outside ones) that are due for their rabi shots and distemper within a month. But, their health comes first(actually before my own). I have needed to go to the Dr for arhtritis, but, they have needed vet care, so, I put mine on hold

Ladymom · 12-19-2008, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Brodi mom

If you think it is a UTI then she needs to go to the Vet... If those things get really bad she could die... Im sorry if this sounds harsh but if you cant afford to take her to the vet . She needs to have a new home.. UTI are very very painful... Im poor but always find money to take Babies to vet if needed .. that is why i gave up smoking so i would have extra for the babies...

I agree. You need to take her to the vet. Infections need antibiotics. You can't treat her yourself. Urinary tract infections are very painful. Left untreated, the infection can spread to the the kidneys, heart and other organs.

Unexpected vet bills are part of pet ownership. They always seem to come at bad times, like right before the holidays. You need to have money set aside in a savings account, a credit card, or something so you are financially prepared to take care of your dog.

Nancy1999 · 12-19-2008, 07:51 AM

I'm sorry, I have to agree with the others, UTI are so painful, please see that she gets vet care.

Bizzymammabee · 12-19-2008, 08:04 AM

Not sure about any home remedies. I would suggest then maybe seeing the vet at your local ASPCA...they charge for care there will be a heck of a lot lower than your private vet. Maybe ask your vet if they will take payments for the visit.

Although it's a good idea to have money set aside for your pups health care...things happen. So don't beat yourself up.

Let's all take it easy on the maybe you should find another home for your pup speech. The economy is doing crappy right now and no one knows her personal situation. Things happen and while you might have had a cushion for something maybe something happened and you had to use those funds.

carmen in nj · 12-19-2008, 08:08 AM

I was at my vet one day and this other lady came in with an emergency and she told the receptionist that she did not had any money that day but because she was a regular customer, and emergencies happen, they treated her dog and she was able to pay them later on. my son works at the clinic and I asked him and he said that yes, that is policy in the clinic, if you don't have the money, your dog still gets the care and then you get billed. so call your regular vet and see if they will work something with you.
hugs,

Ladymom · 12-19-2008, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Bizzymammabee

Things happen and while you might have had a cushion for something maybe something happened and you had to use those funds.

That's why it's important to have a separate fund set aside for vet bills, not just a general emergency fund.

Do call your vet as Carmen suggested. If you are a regular client, he may work something out with you.

Even if you have to borrow the money, it's important to get her treated before it gets more serious and more expensive, plus it's cruel to make her suffer. I had a urinary tract infection just once and they are just awful.

Nancy1999 · 12-19-2008, 08:43 AM

The way cranberry juice works, is that it sets up an acid environment, and the bacteria have a harder time latching on to the walls of the bladder, allowing the bacteria to multiply and grow. Drinking cranberry juice and copious amounts of water can sometimes nip an infection in the bud. It does not kill the bacteria though, and is used by many, to prevent reoccurring infections or in conjunction with antibiotics. Since you can't make a dog drink an extreme amount of water, I'm doubtful that the cranberry juice alone would work.

Ladymom · 12-19-2008, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Nancy1999

The way cranberry juice works, is that it sets up an acid environment, and the bacteria have a harder time latching on to the walls of the bladder, allowing the bacteria to multiply and grow. Drinking cranberry juice and copious amounts of water can sometimes nip an infection in the bud. It does not kill the bacteria though, and is used by many, to prevent reoccurring infections or in conjunction with antibiotics. Since you can't make a dog drink an extreme amount of water, I'm doubtful that the cranberry juice alone would work.

That's why a product like Cranberry Relief is much better because it is concentrated. Not just water, you have to drink huge amounts of cranberry juice to see the benefits.

As you said, though, it's a preventative, not a cure. Given on a regular basis, it will neutralize acidic urine so bacteria, crystals and stones can't form. An infection needs antibiotics. Your vet also needs to check her urine for crystals.

bchgirl · 12-19-2008, 08:56 AM

Shir...isn't this the puppy with the suspected liver issues? The UTI can be related to that. You may have to make a difficult decision here regarding her health care...it's likely to be on going and expensive.

I'm very sorry she's sick.

bchgirl · 12-19-2008, 08:58 AM

You probably will not be able to get her to drink enough. I literally gave Reese fluids via a syringe last week...so he wouldn't dehydrate. He still received another iv of fluids.

shir · 12-19-2008, 09:00 AM

Thanks to those that care and trying to help. To brodimom and some others I really don't appreciate your remarks. I have bought the dog $350.00 vet bills $700.00 since I got her at thanksgiving and personal issues. I am really concerned about her but at the same time very depressed and upset that I can't afford another $150.00 right now. So please don't make things worse by lecturing me. The vet I have used for 6 years with all my animals but they will not work with me they require money up front. Hope you have a great holiday because mine actually is horrible. I'll figure this out on my own and brodimom I hope this never happens to you and no one cares about what you are going thru also.

12-19-2008, 05:52 AM	#1
shir Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Clinton, Tennessee Posts: 31	Urinary track infection vet says possibly can't afford to take her. Can anyone tell me what to do (home remedy) I any help

12-19-2008, 05:57 AM	#2
LDandPasquale YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Massachusetts/Florida Posts: 2,614	i would add a little UNSWEETENED cranberry juice to her water. I say unsweetened cause you dont want to add any sugar into their diet. Or you could always try cranberry tablets....same benefits without the sugar...ask the vet how much you can give though. __________________ LD that's me and Pasquale "If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving is definitely not for you!"

12-19-2008, 07:51 AM	#7
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	I'm sorry, I have to agree with the others, UTI are so painful, please see that she gets vet care. __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

12-19-2008, 08:04 AM	#8
Bizzymammabee Luvs Lulu Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 6,931 Blog Entries: 1	Not sure about any home remedies. I would suggest then maybe seeing the vet at your local ASPCA...they charge for care there will be a heck of a lot lower than your private vet. Maybe ask your vet if they will take payments for the visit. Although it's a good idea to have money set aside for your pups health care...things happen. So don't beat yourself up. Let's all take it easy on the maybe you should find another home for your pup speech. The economy is doing crappy right now and no one knows her personal situation. Things happen and while you might have had a cushion for something maybe something happened and you had to use those funds. __________________ Lulu will always be in my heart

12-19-2008, 08:08 AM	#9
carmen in nj Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Hopatcong, NJ, USA Posts: 4,615 Blog Entries: 74	I was at my vet one day and this other lady came in with an emergency and she told the receptionist that she did not had any money that day but because she was a regular customer, and emergencies happen, they treated her dog and she was able to pay them later on. my son works at the clinic and I asked him and he said that yes, that is policy in the clinic, if you don't have the money, your dog still gets the care and then you get billed. so call your regular vet and see if they will work something with you. hugs, __________________ My Etsy shop is OPEN... Carmen in nj

12-19-2008, 06:17 AM	#3
shir Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Clinton, Tennessee Posts: 31	I heard apple cider vinegar or garlic but I'll call the healthfood store about cranberry

12-19-2008, 06:41 AM	#4
Brodi mom Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Charlottesville virginia Posts: 171	If you think it is a UTI then she needs to go to the Vet... If those things get really bad she could die... Im sorry if this sounds harsh but if you cant afford to take her to the vet . She needs to have a new home.. UTI are very very painful... Im poor but always find money to take Babies to vet if needed .. that is why i gave up smoking so i would have extra for the babies...

12-19-2008, 07:11 AM	#5
phfgkl BANNED! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 2,376	I have to agree, with dogs comes unexpected vet bills, I know alone in the last month, I've spent close to $500 on my dogs(and thats on 2 out of the 6), I also have 2 (the outside ones) that are due for their rabi shots and distemper within a month. But, their health comes first(actually before my own). I have needed to go to the Dr for arhtritis, but, they have needed vet care, so, I put mine on hold

12-19-2008, 08:43 AM	#11
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	The way cranberry juice works, is that it sets up an acid environment, and the bacteria have a harder time latching on to the walls of the bladder, allowing the bacteria to multiply and grow. Drinking cranberry juice and copious amounts of water can sometimes nip an infection in the bud. It does not kill the bacteria though, and is used by many, to prevent reoccurring infections or in conjunction with antibiotics. Since you can't make a dog drink an extreme amount of water, I'm doubtful that the cranberry juice alone would work. __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

12-19-2008, 08:56 AM	#13
bchgirl Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 15,444 Blog Entries: 2	Shir...isn't this the puppy with the suspected liver issues? The UTI can be related to that. You may have to make a difficult decision here regarding her health care...it's likely to be on going and expensive. I'm very sorry she's sick. __________________ Deb, Reese, Reggie, Frazier, Libby, Sidney, & Bodie Trace & Ramsey who watch over us www.biewersbythebay.com

12-19-2008, 08:58 AM	#14
bchgirl Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 15,444 Blog Entries: 2	You probably will not be able to get her to drink enough. I literally gave Reese fluids via a syringe last week...so he wouldn't dehydrate. He still received another iv of fluids. __________________ Deb, Reese, Reggie, Frazier, Libby, Sidney, & Bodie Trace & Ramsey who watch over us www.biewersbythebay.com

12-19-2008, 09:00 AM	#15
shir Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Clinton, Tennessee Posts: 31	Thanks to those that care and trying to help. To brodimom and some others I really don't appreciate your remarks. I have bought the dog $350.00 vet bills $700.00 since I got her at thanksgiving and personal issues. I am really concerned about her but at the same time very depressed and upset that I can't afford another $150.00 right now. So please don't make things worse by lecturing me. The vet I have used for 6 years with all my animals but they will not work with me they require money up front. Hope you have a great holiday because mine actually is horrible. I'll figure this out on my own and brodimom I hope this never happens to you and no one cares about what you are going thru also.