They probably need to culture the urine to see what kind of bacteria is in there so they can prescribe the right antibiotic. Sounds like it could be a bad UTI - Good luck & keep us posted.
Puppy with excess blood in urine
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Just got back from the vet. Her ultrasound was normal so no stones. He did note that her vagina was very immature and he wants to try giving her Diethylstilbestrol (estrogen) to help stimulate it to develop quicker. Has anyone heard of this?
She will be going in for Cystocentesis next week for a culture. The only antibiotics left to try for her infection aren't exactly the safest, so we want to make triple sure its worth giving them to her. On that topic, the only abnormality in her urine is the increased RBC, there dont appear to be any WBC. Wouldn't there be WBC if there was an infection?
not really sure where to go from here. guess we will wait and see what the culture says.
PS- I know people have suggested a culture in the past, but it wasnt feasible since she had been on antibiotics so recently, which is why we hadnt tried it yet. We were hoping this last round would clear it up. Obviously that didnt work.
She will be going in for Cystocentesis next week for a culture. The only antibiotics left to try for her infection aren't exactly the safest, so we want to make triple sure its worth giving them to her. On that topic, the only abnormality in her urine is the increased RBC, there dont appear to be any WBC. Wouldn't there be WBC if there was an infection?
not really sure where to go from here. guess we will wait and see what the culture says.
PS- I know people have suggested a culture in the past, but it wasnt feasible since she had been on antibiotics so recently, which is why we hadnt tried it yet. We were hoping this last round would clear it up. Obviously that didnt work.
I missed if you have said whether or not she is spayed. If she is not, than coming into season is what causes the genitalia to mature. If she is not spayed, I would take a pass on the DES and just wait for nature to take it's course.Just got back from the vet. Her ultrasound was normal so no stones. He did note that her vagina was very immature and he wants to try giving her Diethylstilbestrol (estrogen) to help stimulate it to develop quicker. Has anyone heard of this?
She will be going in for Cystocentesis next week for a culture. The only antibiotics left to try for her infection aren't exactly the safest, so we want to make triple sure its worth giving them to her. On that topic, the only abnormality in her urine is the increased RBC, there dont appear to be any WBC. Wouldn't there be WBC if there was an infection?
not really sure where to go from here. guess we will wait and see what the culture says.
PS- I know people have suggested a culture in the past, but it wasnt feasible since she had been on antibiotics so recently, which is why we hadnt tried it yet. We were hoping this last round would clear it up. Obviously that didnt work.
Was a sterile urine sample not taken today because she has been on meds too recently?
Have you tried combining cranberry capsules with antibiotics? Sometimes, that proves more effective. I like Solaray CranActin (the original formula with the least stuff in it), one cap twice a day and then once a day for maintanance if she is seeming prone to get UTI's. Also, either probiotics (I like iFlora, one cap an hour before meals twice a day, again the plainest formula) or some kefir daily while she is on antibiotics and for a few weeks after.
Can you get the second opinion?
Did you see the full urine analysis results?
Does your vet check for PH level or crystals in her urine before ultrasound?
Alkaline urine may form crystals and then stones... but your puppy is only 6 months old.
If her urine is alkaline you may work to increase acidity. I was adding ACV to my dog food to balance PH with good results. Kefir is good too.
I am always cautious to give strong medications to a puppy. They are growing and their system may correct issues on its own. I understand your concern.
Good luck to make a right decision and hugs to your girl
Did you see the full urine analysis results?
Does your vet check for PH level or crystals in her urine before ultrasound?
Alkaline urine may form crystals and then stones... but your puppy is only 6 months old.
If her urine is alkaline you may work to increase acidity. I was adding ACV to my dog food to balance PH with good results. Kefir is good too.
I am always cautious to give strong medications to a puppy. They are growing and their system may correct issues on its own. I understand your concern.
Good luck to make a right decision and hugs to your girl
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