#Urinary tract infection

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Is cranberry effective for treating UTIs?

April 29, 2019

Like most herbal remedies, cranberry has traditionally been employed for a wide variety of unrelated problems, ranging from diseases of the liver and stomach to blood disorders and even cancer.1 These days, however, it is pretty firmly established in the minds of pet owners—and many veterinary professionals—as useful for urinary tract infections (UTIs). It may be surprising, then, to learn there is little convincing evidence to support the effectiveness of cranberry in preventing or …

Asymptomatic bacteriuria—To treat or not to treat?

March 28, 2019

Veterinarians and pet owners are highly motivated to find discrete, fixable problems when pets are unwell. Owners want the reassurance and sense of control that comes with knowing what the problem is and taking action. Veterinarians want to help our patients, while also satisfying clients. Their expectation is that we offer some clear preventive or therapeutic intervention justifying their time and the expense of coming to see us, as well as reassure them about …
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