How should dogs (and other pets) be carried in the car according to the DGT?
According to the DGT, when travelling with your pet in the car, you must place a separator to prevent your pet from distracting you and
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The urinary problems in pets can seriously affect their quality of life and require specialised veterinary care. At Benivet Benissawe offer a complete service of veterinary urology for the diagnosis and treatment of urinary system disorders in dogs and cats.
Infections, stones, incontinence or kidney disease can manifest with symptoms such as difficulty urinating, blood in the urine, changes in frequency or even loss of urinary control. Early detection can prevent further complications.
Our team carries out clinical analysesWe perform abdominal ultrasound scans and specific tests to identify the source of the problem and establish an appropriate treatment. In addition, we evaluate whether there are systemic conditions from the area of internal medicine that are affecting the urinary system.
We also advise you on prevention, diet and specific care to reduce the risk of recurrences, especially in pets prone to urinary tract infections or stones.
If your pet shows urinary symptoms, in Benivet Benissa we are ready to help you with a professional, careful and effective approach.
According to the DGT, when travelling with your pet in the car, you must place a separator to prevent your pet from distracting you and
Only a veterinarian can assess the health status of the animals, taking also into account other circumstances such as the type of
Domestic or companion animals, particularly those belonging to the canine species, shall also be classified as potentially dangerous,
The most common include urinary infectionsThey can cause pain, crystals and stones, bladder inflammation, lower urinary tract disease (especially in cats), incontinence, urethral obstructions, tumours and associated renal disorders. They may cause pain, difficulty urinating or blood in the urine.
You should see a vet if you notice any:
Difficulty in urinating or very frequent urination
Bloody or foul-smelling urine
Excessive licking of the genital area
Urine drops at home
Pain when urinating
straining without passing urine (severe urgency in male cats)
Any change in urinary habits requires immediate review.
Depending on the case, they are carried out:
Complete urinalysis
Bacterial culture
Abdominal ultrasound
X-ray (including contrast if necessary)
Blood tests to assess kidney
These tests help to identify the exact cause and select the most appropriate treatment.
It is urgent when the animal attempts to urinate but fails to pass urine. This is especially critical in male cats at risk of urethral obstruction, which can become a life-threatening emergency within hours. It is also urgent if there is severe pain, heavy bleeding or associated vomiting.
Treatments may include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, specific urinary diets, increased hydration, stress management (in cats), analgesics, lithotripsy, or surgery for stone removal or repair of obstructions. The choice depends on the final diagnosis.
The key preventive measures are:
Ensure good hydration (cat food fountains, wet food)
Maintaining an appropriate weight
Follow a urinary diet if indicated by the veterinarian.
Reducing stress in cats (territory, pheromones, stable routines)
Periodic screening and urinalysis in patients with a urinary history
Early surveillance reduces the risk of complications.
Do you have any doubts about care, treatment or prevention for your pet? Consult our section of Frequently Asked Questions where we solve the most common queries about dogs and cats.
