Cocker spaniel puppy has urine crystals. Could oak bark be the cause?

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My 6 month old cocker spaniel bitch has got crystals in her urine, according to our vet. Could this be caused by her eating oak bark? Pet's info: Dog | Cocker Spaniel | Female | unspayed | 5 months and 19 days old | 20 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

It is unlikely due to the oak bark but I would try to stop this behavior if possible. It can be caused by the type of food they are eating. Food high in protein like blue buffalo commonly cause this problem. Also, bacterial infection and other metabolic reasons can cause this depending on the type of crystals that were seen. I would make sure she is on a high quality food like science diet or Iams. If you have to switch foods, make sure you mix the old food with the new food. I would have her ironed rechecked after a few weeks to make sure the crystals aren’t staying there as that can eventually cause a stone to develop. I hope this helps!

Cocker spaniel puppy has urine crystals. Could oak bark be the cause?

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