AliVet LOW MINERAL DIET

Special nutritional purpose of the Low Mineral Diet:

• Dissolution of struvite stones
• Reduction of struvite stone recurrence

With a highly digestible protein content, a moderate fat and low magnesium content and urinary acidifying components, the menus of the LOW MINERAL diet have been developed to support the dissolution of struvite stones and recovery from diseases of the urinary tract.

All grain-free menus contain a high proportion of fresh, food-grade muscle meat to bring the urine pH back into an acidic range and provide the dog with valuable amino acids. Included vegetables such as pumpkin, fennel and potatoes are known to support urine flow, while sage is used for its anti-inflammatory properties and artichoke leaves to stimulate forced urine flow.

The cranberries it contains provide important vital substances. Arbutin is the main focus here, as it is believed to prevent bacteria from attaching to cells in the urinary tract. Cranberries are also thought to promote the flushing of bacteria into the urine. A slightly increased salt content stimulates the dog's need to drink and thus forces an increased urine flow. Coconut oil is considered antibacterial and can therefore help with urinary tract infections.

Diseases of the urinary tract such as cystitis and urinary, bladder or kidney stones are not uncommon and are associated with severe pain for the dog. In addition, the dreaded stone formations in particular can lead to life-threatening conditions as, depending on their location and size, they can lead to reduced or no urination and thus to a rupture of the urinary bladder. In addition to general infections, a genetically or anatomically determined increased susceptibility to urinary tract diseases, improper feeding and insufficient water intake can also be the cause - especially for stone formation. Depending on the substrate of the stones, a distinction is made between calcium oxalate, urate, cystine and struvite stones. Struvite stones, which form when the urine pH is alkaline, are common.

Dogs, as carnivores and omnivores, naturally have an acidic urine pH. However, this can be shifted to an incorrect, alkaline pH by improper feeding with a lot of grain. Grain also provides additional "building material" for the formation of struvite stones. High doses of minerals in the dog's bowl also promote stone formation in the urinary tract. Classic signs of urinary tract disease are a noticeable urge to urinate and difficulty urinating with pain. In severe cases, urinary obstruction can occur - a life-threatening emergency.
Dietetic food for dogs.