Dogs with cystinuria often have recurrent inflammation of the urinary tract and if not treated, urinary stones can cause urinary tract infections, kidney failure and even death. (pawprintgenetics.com)
A positive urine test for cystine is almost always indicative of cystinuria in the dog. (caberfeidh.com)
If you are purchasing a puppy, insist that the mother and father of the puppy are tested clear for cystinuria by the University of Pennsylvania. (caberfeidh.com)