Causes, Symptoms of Dog Urethritis: Essential Info

Section 1: Causes of Urinary Tract Inflammation in Dogs

1. Urinary tract inflammation often arises due to the irritation and subsequent infection of the urinary mucosa by mechanical and chemical pathogenic factors, leading to damage.

2. The inflammation can also be triggered by the inflammation of adjacent organs, such as balanitis, cystitis, and endometritis.

Section 2: Clinical Symptoms of Urinary Tract Inflammation in Dogs

1. Dogs with urinary tract inflammation may exhibit sensitivity in the penis, with redness and swelling at the urinary opening, which can be observed during palpation. During a urethral examination, the dog may show pain and resistance to the insertion of a catheter.

2. Dogs may have difficulty urinating, experience pain during urination, and produce cloudy urine with pus and blood. The urine may be released in a thin stream, causing the dog to be restless and in pain.

3. Affected dogs may exhibit painful dribbling of urine, with the urge to urinate persisting due to inflammation. In male dogs, the penis may flick frequently during urination, while in female dogs, the vulva may remain continuously open.

4. The urine is often cloudy, containing mucus and blood. In some cases, the urinary mucosa may also shed.

Section 3: Preventive Measures for Urinary Tract Inflammation in Dogs

1. The primary treatment for inflammation is to control infection through antibacterial therapy. Commonly used medications include amoxicillin and ceftriaxone for intramuscular injection, and roxithromycin for oral administration.

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3. It is recommended to choose the method of acidifying urine with chloramine, as it may yield better results.

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