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Old 05-05-2010, 08:47 PM   #5
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Thanks Ladymom, I'll ask my vet about these items. I'm not sure if she just wanted him to have more fluids or if she was trying to see a benefit from the cranberry so I should ask about that. She did put him on metacam for bladder inflammation. We are still working on figuring all the pieces of the puzzle. This has been going on since I got him as a young pup and we've ruled out UTI. He seems to be straining less since the metacam and the juice and he's not in discomfort but it's not normal.

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It would be impossible to get him to drink as much cranberry juice as he would need to see a benefit. A powdered cranberry supplement is much more practical.

Studies indicate sixteen ounces of cranberry juice need to be consumed to obtain the same dosage as a single concentrated cranberry pill.

Cranberry supplements and their use to treat urinary tract infections - by CD Gozzi - Helium

I prefer supplements specifically for dogs so I know the dosage is correct. Cranberry Relief is excellent.

Amazon.com: NaturVet Cranberry Relief 50 grams: Kitchen & Dining



Cranberry Relief: Kidney Medication for Dogs & Cats - 1800PetMeds


Cranberry Relief
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