Dogs, like people, suffer from various diseases. The only difference is that they can not complain, they can not talk about what and how they are hurting. And yet, cystitis in dogs begins very characteristic, to notice it is simple. Of course, when the animal falls ill for the first time, the owners do not always manage to navigate in time, so valuable time is lost. But still try to do without panic!
Cystitis: Causes and Symptoms
Animals - in particular dogs - stroll on the street at least twice a day. A good owner always makes sure that the dog does not subcool, but there are different cases in life. In general, the dog is sufficiently protected by nature from the occurrence of such diseases, but the same ecology, a marked deterioration in climatic conditions, sharp temperature changes - all this can not but affect the health of the pet. Symptoms of cystitis in dogs can be easily seen: the animal becomes anxious, constantly trying to empty the bladder. It is very noticeable in the example of a domestic dog: an animal that has previously quietly undergone breaks, now sits down every 10-15 minutes. Cystitis itself, as veterinarians say, can be toxic, infectious and even allergic in nature.
Most often the beginning of cystitis is preceded by a noticeable hypothermia: being in cold water or staying on the street at a time when the icy wind is howling. However, according to statistics, most often cystitis is contagious. Chronic cystitis in dogs develops when the animal is not cured or the masters simply let the situation drift. There is a danger of development of cystitis in bitches - pregnant women or puppies, which can significantly aggravate an already difficult condition.
How to treat cystitis in dogs?
In fact, treatment must necessarily be prescribed by a doctor. The complex treatment includes such components as pills or injections, the creation of quiet conditions of detention. Among the drugs, antibiotics are considered to be the first effective method: for cystitis in dogs, constant monitoring with urine tests is necessary in order to correct the scheme in time. As a rule, prescribe as well drugs from the category of antispasmodics, to ease the dog pain.
Cystitis in dogs: tablets may well replace injections and droppers, when the form of the disease allows you to treat it at home. To enhance the effect of treatment, it is necessary to follow a diet, while using therapeutic dry food or standard in such cases, a set of cereals, broth, and occasionally milk. Also, some experts recommend the use of cranberry juice: its effect is based on a marked decrease in the pH of urine, and in addition, the antibacterial properties of this berry are also known to all. Of course, dogs do not always demonstrate readiness to consume curative food, but it is worth the effort.
How to cure a cystitis in a dog? Quite difficult, but possible. First, you need to carefully monitor the health of the pet, especially when it shows concern. Secondly, be sure to visit a veterinarian, not doing self-treatment, even on the advice of more experienced dog breeders. And thirdly, you need to trust the veterinarian, exactly follow all his advice and wait for recovery, hoping for the best. If all the rules are followed, the dog will necessarily recover, and then it is necessary to periodically perform prophylaxis and ensure that the animal is not exposed to any dangers that may lead to the resumption of the disease.