The urinary tract plays a vital role in a pet’s overall
well being.
Vétoquinol, a worldwide leader in veterinary research and development, offers effective and safe urology options to help veterinarians manage the most commonly seen conditions, including urinary incontinence.
URINARY INCONTINENCE – a growing challenge
Urinary incontinence is a frustrating condition that can challenge even the strongest pet-owner bond and may lead to the unnecessary euthanasia of otherwise healthy animals. With advances in geriatric care prolonging pet life, the number of cases is likely to increase.
- More than 20% of spayed females are affected
- Both male and female dogs can be affected
- Mid- to large-sized breeds and obese animals are more prone to
the condition - Dermatitis, urine scalding, infection around the urethral opening and vulva can also develop
- Number of cases expected to rise USMI – the most common cause of urinary incontinence
- Diagnosed in 81% of incontinent adult females and 57% of all dogs with involuntary urine loss.
- Occurs when urethral sphincter mechanism weakens, losing the ability to tighten completely
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References:
- Ritcher K.P., Ling G.V. Clinical response and urethral pressure profile changes after phenylpropanolamine in dogs with primary sphincter incompetence, JAVMA 1985; 187: 605-611.
- Arnold, S., Arnold, P., Hubler, M., Casel, M., Rusch, P. Urinary incontinence in spayed bitches: prevalence and breed predisposition. Schweiz Arch Tierheilk 1989; 131:259-263.
- Chew, D. Fixing the dripping in senior female dogs. North American Veterinary Conference Proceedings 2004; 445-447.
