Double contrast cystogram of
Dalmatian urinary bladder with uric acid stones.
Not exact matches
Dr. Robert Schaible conducted the breeding in an effort to address the
Dalmatian fixed genetic defect that affects uric acid metabolism and that may lead to increased
urinary uric acid, urate crystals,
urinary bladder aggregate formation, stones,
urinary tract obstruction and even death.
Breed Predisposition: small breed dogs are more susceptible and some dog breeds are more prone to develop
urinary bladder stones, such as Miniature Schnauzers,
dalmatians, yorkshire terriers and bulldogs
Urinary Bladder stones are generally found in
Dalmatians, Newfoundlands, Bichon Frise, and Miniature Schnauzers.