This problem generally follows the same progression as the human disease states. The same is true for most micturition disorders. Urolithiasis Renal or bladder stone formation is common in both cats and dogs. Typically, dogs produce large uroliths while cats produce sand-sized to microscopic stones. Canine Urolithiasis Miniature schnauzers, dachshunds, Dalmatians, pugs, bulldogs, Welsh corgis, basset hounds, beagles, and terriers are all predisposed to stone formation.
Urethral stones are the most common canine stone formed.
Treatment of canine urinary tract stones is primarily supportive with large amounts of fluids and electrolytes being the mainstay of therapy. Feline Urolithiasis Cats with urinary stone formation will typically squat and strain in an attempt to urinary. These latter stones are toothpaste-like in their composition and occur predominantly in the urethra. Stone formation in many cats may be secondary to a high magnesium diet.