Calcium Oxalate Urolithiasis in Dogs - Findings that may influence breed-specific stone prevention strategies

Original Presentation Date:
02/27/2016

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Calcium oxalate stones are common in dogs. To date, various risk factors have been suggested or identified, however breed-specific risk factors have not been studied. In this Evidence Based Update, recently published data, regarding the correlation of blood ionized calcium levels and urinary metabolites - calcium and oxalate - and the stone status of Miniature Schnauzers, Bichons Frise, and Shih Tzus, is discussed. Read more on this topic: https://www.vetvine.com/forums/topic/403/calcium-oxalate-urolithiasis-in Fee: $9.95; *Free for new Members, Unlimited Plus Members and Members with an Evidence Based Update Subscription.

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