Natural remedies to help improve weak bladder control and prevent urine leaking in cats and dogs.

Bladder Control Problems

natural remedies to improve weak bladder control in dogs & cats

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What are Bladder Control Problems?
What Causes Bladder Control Problems?
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What are Bladder Control Problems?

So your beloved pet has had yet another "accident" indoors – perhaps it’s time to explore possible underlying problems that could be causing loss of cat or dog bladder control. Some bladder control problems are caused by serious conditions that need treatment, while others may be due to the age and temperament of your pet.

Small puppies and kittens do not have mature bladders and so accidents are likely to occur during potty training. Even a trained puppy might have the occasional accident as their bladders are only mature from about 6 months. If however, your perfectly house-trained pet starts urinating in the house, then it is advisable to seek veterinary attention.

What Causes Bladder Control Problems?

There are a number of conditions and factors that can cause loss of bladder control including:

Urinary tract infections (UTI)
Kidney disease
Bladder stones
Liver disease
Drinking too much (possibly caused by another condition such as diabetes)
Congenital defects
Obesity
Old age
Alzheimer’s
Stress, anxiety or over- excitement

Help for Bladder Control Problems

Natural Remedies

After the underlying condition has been treated, natural herbal and homeopathic remedies can go a long way in helping to relieve the symptom of poor bladder control and provide natural feline and canine bladder control. There a number of herbal and homeopathic ingredients that work to increase bladder strength, reduce incontinence and improve the over all health of the urinary system.

For example, the homeopathic remedy, Cantharis has a long history of use for the treatment of bladder problems, including cystitis, burning during urination, and bladder control issues. Another natural cure for bladder control in dogs and cats is causticum, as it is often used to treat weakness and paralysis of the muscles and nerves within the bladder.

Equisetum arvense is another natural ingredient that can help stop uncontrolled urinating, and improve bladder control in your pet as it has a very beneficial effect on the urinary tract and prostate and can help to maintain the tone of the walls of the bladder and urethra and promote healthy bladder functioning. Lastly, Ferrum phos. can be used successfully to reduce incidents of incontinence and "dribbles" from the bladder.

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Tips for promoting bladder control

Never punish your pet for accidents. There is always an underlying cause, even if that cause is poor house training.
If your pet’s bladder control issues are related to house training, remember to use plenty of positive reinforcement and rewards for the correct behavior, rather than punishment for the wrong behavior.
When loss of bladder control occurs during stress, excitement or as a submissive behavior, the best thing you can do is not make a fuss over the incident, but rather ignore it. Try removing the stressor and take steps to calm your pet down.
Reduced bladder control is a common symptom in aging pets, or those suffering from Alzheimer’s. Try take your pet outside for "potty breaks" more frequently and reward them when they do urinate outside. For cats, you could try placing additional litter-trays around the house so that they are always readily available.
Many older pets are embarrassed and confused about "accidents" when they do occur, especially if they have been perfectly house trained for years. While cleaning up the mess afterwards is no fun, try not to react in a way that will make your pet feel more humiliated.
When pets are feeling unwell or have symptoms of a bladder infection, they may urinate in an unusual place to get your attention. Never ignore the message.