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Lola high ph in urine

jumstead1023

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Lola is a 12 year old Labrador who recently had surgery for mast cell tumor on back leg. She is on a fresh raw diet and is a therapy/police comfort dog who goes to work with me each day. Her BEAM is great although I noticed her licking herself recently since her surgery.
When I took her in for her suture removal I had them get a urine sample (so not first morning urine). The PH was 8.5 and trace protein. Results attached
Ideas?

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No worries here!

If her BEAM drops or she starts having frequent or difficult urination, perhaps repeat the urinalysis. And if you do then also ask for a "UPC" test (urine protein:creatinine ratio) which is the best way to define any protein in the urine is an issue.

Also, perhaps see if she can tolerate some vitamin C which is a great immune booster and can help lower the urine pH. Here's the vitamin C I use:

 

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