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Diagnosing Urinary Tract Infections in Ferrets

Diagnosing Urinary Tract Infections in Ferrets

Oct 26, 2022

Did you know that ferrets are predisposed to a variety of renal diseases? Their unique physiology includes low levels of creatinine, which can cause urogenital issues pet owners need to be on the lookout for. If your ferret seems to be straining to urinate, it is worthwhile to take your furry friend to a ferret veterinarian since your ferret may have a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infections are painful and if left untreated can result in dangerous urogenital complications, so early id

Pathogen Spotlight of the Month: Escherichia Coli

Pathogen Spotlight of the Month: Escherichia Coli

Apr 7, 2022

If your cat has been struggling to use the litterbox, they might be suffering from a urinary tract infection (UTI)! While UTIs are less common in younger cats, these infections progress to feline lower urinary tract disorders in 40-45% of cats older than 10 years [1]. Feline urine even in a healthy state is not sterile, and is home to a plethora of bacteria; however, when pathogenic bacteria are able to outcompete healthy bacteria, urinary tract infections may manifest. Escherichia coli has long

UTIs and Rabbits: Diagnosing Difficult-to-Culture Infections

UTIs and Rabbits: Diagnosing Difficult-to-Culture Infections

Dec 1, 2021

Has your bunny been hopping to the bathroom more often than normal? Or maybe you’ve noticed that their urine has an abnormal color and/or consistency? While these behaviors may seem more puzzling than concerning, they could actually be indicative of a painful and dangerous urinary tract infection (UTI). Urinary Tract Infections in Rabbits With the help of Next-Gen Sequencing (NGS) technology, several recent studies have revealed that urine is not actually sterile, and the plethora of bacteria th

Urolithiasis: Diagnosing Urinary Tract Obstructions in Ferrets

Urolithiasis: Diagnosing Urinary Tract Obstructions in Ferrets

Mar 23, 2021

In addition to their mischievous (but playful) nature and affinity for PVC pipes and socks, ferrets are identifiable by unique physiology that predisposes them to a variety of renal diseases pet owners need to be on the lookout for. If your ferret seems to be straining to urinate, it is worthwhile to take your furry friend to a ferret veterinarian since your ferret may have a condition called urolithiasis. Urolithiasis is painful and if left untreated can result in dangerous urogenital complicat

Feline Urinary Tract Infections: From Subclinical to Severe

Feline Urinary Tract Infections: From Subclinical to Severe

Feb 24, 2021

Has your cat been struggling in the litter box? Or maybe you’ve noticed that despite being potty trained for years, your cat has recently started to lose control. These behaviors may seem more puzzling than concerning but could be indicative of a painful and dangerous urinary tract infection. What is a Urinary Tract Infection? You might not realize it, but there are actually a lot of bacteria that inhabit the urinary system and are considered part of a normal or healthy urinary bacterial communi

Dog Urinary Tract Infections: Advancements in Clinical Diagnostics

Dog Urinary Tract Infections: Advancements in Clinical Diagnostics

Feb 19, 2021

The neighborhood fire hydrant, that lamp post with some certain joie de vivre, and that favorite patch of grass have all become experts in your dog’s urine. If your dog seems to be visiting their local bathroom more often than normal, perhaps it’s time you become an expert too! Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are painful and if left untreated can result in dangerous urogenital complications, and so early identification and intervention are beneficial. What Is a UTI? Canine UTIs are fairly common