Over-the-Counter Foods for Struvite Stones
by brenda
(tampa,fl)
Reader Question
are there any otc dog foods that can help prevent the struvite stones?
Answer from Our Team
Some non-prescription "urinary" foods help keep urine dilute and slightly acidic, which may help prevent struvite crystals. But prescription diets are the ones tested to dissolve existing struvite stones, and the right food depends on the stone type and your dog's urine tests.
The most important step for preventing any stone is more water: canned food or water added to meals helps. Ask your vet whether a non-prescription food is reasonable for long-term prevention once stones are gone, and recheck the urine after switching.
See urinary tract dog food and bladder stones in dogs.
This is general information, not a diagnosis. Please follow your own vet's advice.
