In the past, UTIs in dogs were generally divided into complicated UTIs and uncomplicated (simple) UTIs. After revision, UTIs are now generally divided into three types: subclinical bacteriuria, sporadic cystitis, and recurrent UTI. Sporadic cystitis is more common, and recurrent UTI is the most difficult to treat.
In terms of medication, the site of the dog’s urinary tract infection will also affect the specific medication and treatment time. Generally, urinary tract infections may occur in the bladder, kidneys and/or prostate. important means of road infection.
Specific medication for urinary tract infection in dogs:
1. Sporadic cystitis
Vipda amoxicillin
Sulfamethoxazole for veterinary use
Drug cycle: 3-5 days
2. Prostatitis
Fluoroquinolone
Sulfamethoxazole for veterinary use
Clindamycin (for Gram-positive bacteria only)
Drug cycle: 4-6 weeks
3. Pyelonephritis
Fluoroquinolone
Cefdroxil
Intravenous: Cefotaxime, ceftazidime.
Oral: Cefprodoxime
Drug cycle: 2 weeks
The above medication is only empirical treatment, generally simple Urinary tract infection can be completely cured within 2-3 weeks after antibiotic treatment, but recurrent urinary tract infection requires longer treatment, and requires regular visits to the hospital for re-examination in the later period.
Secondly, each dog has different causes and infection conditions. Therefore, if possible, it is recommended to go to the pet hospital to check the specific type of bacteria, infection site, and severity, and then let a professional After the evaluation of the doctor, the drug and the treatment method are decided.
Generally, if it is a simple urinary tract infection, it will be significantly improved after 2 days of treatment. Consider the symptoms caused by dog urolithiasis, tumors, etc., or the dog has developed resistance to a certain antibiotic and needs to be replaced with other types of drugs for treatment.
