10/07/2026
🐾💙 Jax’s Bladder Stone Journey 💙🐾
Sweet Jax came in for a cystotomy, a surgical procedure to remove bladder stones. 🐶🩺 Thankfully, our team was able to remove the stones and get Jax on the road to recovery! 🥰
🪨 How do bladder stones form?
Bladder stones develop when minerals in the urine come together and form crystals. Over time, these crystals can grow into stones. Several factors can contribute, including diet, urine pH, dehydration, urinary tract infections, genetics, and certain medical conditions.
💧 Can bladder stones be prevented?
While prevention depends on the type of stone, some helpful steps include:
• Keeping your pet well-hydrated 💦
• Feeding a veterinarian-recommended diet when appropriate 🥣
• Treating urinary tract infections promptly
• Providing regular opportunities to urinate
• Following your veterinarian’s recommendations for urine testing and monitoring