Lola high ph in urine

[jumstead1023]

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?

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Ideas?

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:

Holistic Pet Support Vitamin C++ - HomeVet

www.homevet.com

 

[jumstead1023]

Thanks I’ll get some

 

[MeowMeow]

Question about vitamin C in general for both cats and dogs…. Is it ok to take large amounts or even 1/4 tsp daily for long periods of time? It won’t interrupt urine or iron and is pretty safe, correct? @Dr. Christina @Dr. Jeff @Dr. Jean Hofve
Off topic I will recommend it to a friend for feline acne. Do you agree and how much?

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Is it ok to take large amounts or even 1/4 tsp daily

Yes. The limit is bowel tolerance.

If the vit C is being used therapeutically (such as for immune boosting in acne) then work up to the highest tolerable dose.

 

[MeowMeow]

Thank you! It’s reoccurring acne I should mention. Trying this now…