Prophylaxis
There are also things that can be done to prevent struvite stones: A balanced diet, tailored to the individual needs of the animal, can help optimize the urinary composition and thus prevent the formation of struvite stones. Dietetics in dogs and cats can be used prophylactically and therapeutically. The aim of dietary measures is to lower the pH and reduce the intake of stone-forming substances, such as magnesium, calcium and phosphate. During prophylaxis of struvite stones, a pH of 6.6 to 6.8 should be aimed for. High-quality wet food options that have a higher water content, compared to dry food, are important and can contribute to adequate hydration. The provision of fresh, clean water is also of great importance. In addition, the solubility of renally excreted substances should be improved by a high urinary flow, an optimal pH and a solubilizer, or inhibitor of concretion formation. In addition, unnecessarily high levels of alkalizing ingredients in feeds can be avoided.