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Krystee · 10-17-2013, 09:10 PM

Hey all! I posted this same topic the other day and I got one response asking what type of kidney stone Tobie had but I wasn't sure so I had to call my vet.

Tobie had a bladder/kidney stone surgically removed about a month ago. The vet had us get Purina NF Kidney Function dog food but I was wondering if there is a better food out there for him. The type of stone he had was "Calcium Oxalate". We were told to start giving him distilled water which we have been doing.

Any suggestions on a healthy dog food that's good for dogs prone to bladder stones is greatly appreciated!

chestermama · 10-17-2013, 10:12 PM

he is very cute, royal canin has a food for stones, I have not heard a whole lot about it, this is one area Im not very wise on, chester has not had any isuues with it, you will get more responses, good luck

mimimomo · 10-18-2013, 10:58 AM

For Calcium Oxalate stones, you need to prevent spinach, green beans, beets, any high oxalate foods. You'll need to pick a food that is low in phosphorus, not necessarily low in protein, if it's a high quality protein w/low ash, then it should be fine. You can add omega 3 fatty acid oil for optimum kidney function (although someone said there's no proof of that). You might also want to add moisture to his diet by adding hot water to soak the kibble. It will dilute the urine. Diluted urine will keep the crystals from forming. You can also add some canned food if your dog prefers it that way. Periodic urinalysis is needed. This is what I do for my 2 that had struvite crystals, it has not come back.

RX diets are specially formulated & scientifically tested, but it's not always needed in case of stones. But if it's a recurring problem even after the diet change, then RX diets might be the best route or an option to try.

This link is very informative: All About Oxalate Bladder And Kidney Stones In Your Dog And How To Manage Them

Nipper · 10-18-2013, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Krystee

Hey all! I posted this same topic the other day and I got one response asking what type of kidney stone Tobie had but I wasn't sure so I had to call my vet.

Tobie had a bladder/kidney stone surgically removed about a month ago. The vet had us get Purina NF Kidney Function dog food but I was wondering if there is a better food out there for him. The type of stone he had was "Calcium Oxalate". We were told to start giving him distilled water which we have been doing.

Any suggestions on a healthy dog food that's good for dogs prone to bladder stones is greatly appreciated!

For this type of stone in a male dog please listen to your vet because CO are very difficult to deal with. Purina and RC are the way to go. You need more alkaline urine and more water into the dog. And more tinkle time. Males need every opportunity to empty their bladder, unlike females that normally do it the first squat.

Canned food is the best option.

Pawhealer · 10-19-2013, 11:45 AM

Hi I am Holly...A pet herbalist for Chinese medicine. First of all processed foods lack enzymes. First step get high quality enzymes to help digest the food. Bladder Stones are considered Damp-Heat in my world...and I tell everyone..fresh food is best...if that can't happen, make sure you have the enzymes and a high quality food grain free. By the way, once a dog forms stones, chances are that it will happen again. There are remedies that help prevent this. I am lurking here..because I have so many Yorkie customers...I wish more people understood about diet and the roll it plays.

kjc · 10-20-2013, 06:00 AM

Found this article: 01 Oxalate Bladder Stones (Canine) - VeterinaryPartner.com - a VIN company!

in2puck · 10-20-2015, 11:05 PM

I'm late to this thread but our Baci was first diagnosed with Calcium Oxalate bladder stones in February. He had surgery to remove them only to have a reoccurrence this past August (6 months later!) We took him to a specialist here in Los Angeles and of course they put him on the Science Diet U/D and he HATED IT! He ate it for 2 days and became constipated, bloated, anxious and nervous. He stopped eating after those 2 days and proceeded to chew his paws, eat paper, twigs, leaves, dirt and wood. So we called the specialists and they told us to switch him to Royal Canin S/O and he loves it! We went back for a recheck a couple of weeks ago and the ultrasound showed NO stones but the urinalysis did show crystals! We are at our wits end and would love to know if there are any
supplements, vitamins, or "extras" that we can add to his food that might help in not allowing those crystals to form stones. We changed him over to distilled water and he is drinking MUCH more water now than in the past. Thanks in advance for any help anyone can provide.

10-17-2013, 09:10 PM	#1
Krystee Tobie's Mommy Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 901	Best dog food for Yorkie prone to bladder stones Hey all! I posted this same topic the other day and I got one response asking what type of kidney stone Tobie had but I wasn't sure so I had to call my vet. Tobie had a bladder/kidney stone surgically removed about a month ago. The vet had us get Purina NF Kidney Function dog food but I was wondering if there is a better food out there for him. The type of stone he had was "Calcium Oxalate". We were told to start giving him distilled water which we have been doing. Any suggestions on a healthy dog food that's good for dogs prone to bladder stones is greatly appreciated! __________________ [CENTER]Mama to 1 skin baby & 2 fur babies [B]Arilynn Marie Tobie Teddington Dash

10-18-2013, 10:58 AM	#3
mimimomo Don't Litter Spay&Neuter Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So Cal Posts: 9,874	For Calcium Oxalate stones, you need to prevent spinach, green beans, beets, any high oxalate foods. You'll need to pick a food that is low in phosphorus, not necessarily low in protein, if it's a high quality protein w/low ash, then it should be fine. You can add omega 3 fatty acid oil for optimum kidney function (although someone said there's no proof of that). You might also want to add moisture to his diet by adding hot water to soak the kibble. It will dilute the urine. Diluted urine will keep the crystals from forming. You can also add some canned food if your dog prefers it that way. Periodic urinalysis is needed. This is what I do for my 2 that had struvite crystals, it has not come back. RX diets are specially formulated & scientifically tested, but it's not always needed in case of stones. But if it's a recurring problem even after the diet change, then RX diets might be the best route or an option to try. This link is very informative: All About Oxalate Bladder And Kidney Stones In Your Dog And How To Manage Them __________________ Jenny Mimi Momo Princess Turbo Madan Pin Brush: www.toplinepet.com

10-20-2013, 06:00 AM	#6
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,869	Found this article: 01 Oxalate Bladder Stones (Canine) - VeterinaryPartner.com - a VIN company! __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

10-17-2013, 10:12 PM	#2
chestermama YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: washington Posts: 3,383 Blog Entries: 1	he is very cute, royal canin has a food for stones, I have not heard a whole lot about it, this is one area Im not very wise on, chester has not had any isuues with it, you will get more responses, good luck

10-19-2013, 11:45 AM	#5
Pawhealer YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 4	Hi I am Holly...A pet herbalist for Chinese medicine. First of all processed foods lack enzymes. First step get high quality enzymes to help digest the food. Bladder Stones are considered Damp-Heat in my world...and I tell everyone..fresh food is best...if that can't happen, make sure you have the enzymes and a high quality food grain free. By the way, once a dog forms stones, chances are that it will happen again. There are remedies that help prevent this. I am lurking here..because I have so many Yorkie customers...I wish more people understood about diet and the roll it plays.

10-20-2015, 11:05 PM	#7
in2puck YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2011 Location: Montebello, CA USA Posts: 7	I'm late to this thread but our Baci was first diagnosed with Calcium Oxalate bladder stones in February. He had surgery to remove them only to have a reoccurrence this past August (6 months later!) We took him to a specialist here in Los Angeles and of course they put him on the Science Diet U/D and he HATED IT! He ate it for 2 days and became constipated, bloated, anxious and nervous. He stopped eating after those 2 days and proceeded to chew his paws, eat paper, twigs, leaves, dirt and wood. So we called the specialists and they told us to switch him to Royal Canin S/O and he loves it! We went back for a recheck a couple of weeks ago and the ultrasound showed NO stones but the urinalysis did show crystals! We are at our wits end and would love to know if there are any supplements, vitamins, or "extras" that we can add to his food that might help in not allowing those crystals to form stones. We changed him over to distilled water and he is drinking MUCH more water now than in the past. Thanks in advance for any help anyone can provide.