PET | TAO Soothe Bladder is a holistic supplement designed to support urinary tract health in dogs and cats. It contains natural ingredients like cranberry, juniper berry, marshmallow root, and uva ursi to help reduce the risk of urinary tract infections and soothe inflammation. The high tannin content makes the plant helpful in urinary tract problems. In vitro studies using extracts of uva ursi leaf demonstrate antimicrobial activity against UTI-causing organisms such as C. albicans, E. coli, S. aureus, and Proteus vulgaris, and others. Uva Ursi is a diuretic, antimicrobial and has found wide anecdotal efficacy in controlling involuntary bladder voiding. Dosage is one cc per 50 lb. weight up to three times daily. Can cats have a urinary tract infection? Unfortunately, cats of any age can have problems with their lower urinary tracts. A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is actually a bacterial infection in their bladder or urethra. Why does this happen? If any bacteria makes its way into the urinary tract, it can cause a problem. What should a cat eat if he has a UTI? At the very, very least, a high quality, no grain, and preferably NOT dry food. There are also several things to add to your cats diet to protect that vulnerable urinary tract and prevent (or relieve) that painful UTI. The following all work synergistically with each other to achieve optimal results. How to prevent recurrence of urinary tract infections? For most cats and dogs, the high-protein diets are ideal. This acidifies the urine and may prevent the recurrence of bladder stones and bladder infections. Start with a low dose of 100 mg per ten pounds daily. A traditional home remedy used for people with recurrent urinary tract infections. What should a dog eat if he has a urinary tract infection? If you have a dog with repeated urinary tract infections, he or she should be fed a combination of dry food mixed with water, canned food, and some homemade diets. One of the holistic beliefs is that allergies can cause inflammation, affecting your pets immune system, leading to bladder irritation and infection.
