How to lower my dog's high urine pH and encourage more water intake?

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Hi my little guy 16 lbs has a higher PH level, I use dip sticks occassionaly to monitor. I am aware it fluctuates. He does not drink enough water. I have started putting a little bit of chicken broth in a small bowl of water several times a day to get him to drink more water. His PH fluctuates 6.5 - 8. He eats a little bit of fruits, he loves water melon and apples. Could this be causing it? He only gets a little 2x a week. Can you recommend anything to bring down the PH? Last Vet trip 6.5. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 4 years and 9 months old | 16 lbs

Joy Fuhrman, DVM, MBA, CPA · Accepted Answer

Normal urine PH in dogs is 6.5 - 7.0 so if your pup is within this range the. He should be OK. There are Prescription diets such as Royal canin that are specifically formulated to lower urine pH. Increasing water intake and reducing g sodium (salt) intake can also help.

How to lower my dog's high urine pH and encourage more water intake?

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