Urate urolithiasis in dogs
The formation of urate stones in the urinary tract due to abnormal handling of waste products in the urine. These stones can irritate the bladder, cause painful or bloody urination and, if they block the flow, become an emergency.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Urate urolithiasis, including Dalmatian. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 13.2 to 13.2 years.
Urate urolithiasis in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- urinary condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Urate urolithiasis is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Urate urolithiasis (1), ranked by health score
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.