Staff Answer
Aug 20, 2026 - 02:33 PM
When an animal has perineal urethrostomy surgery, this will often allow bacteria to more easily travel up the urethra and cause infection. Sovereign Silver can help tp support the immune system, so I wouldn't rule this out entirely. Initially, I suggest our Topical Probiotic Spray to lightly spritz around the urethral opening to help out-compete pathogenic bacteria once or twice daily. Next, I suggest using our UTI Relief formula for one week every month to help cleanse and support the health of the urinary tract. I would also use our Microbiome Harmony to provide probiotic bacteria to increase the health of the digestive and urinary tracts. Most likely your dog had a history of bladder stones and that is why he got this surgery. Dry kibble diets and prescription diets are very high in starches that will aggravate your dog's condition. For dogs like this a wet, whole food diet is very important to maintain the health of their urinary tract. This diet can be home-prepared, a premix to which you add your own meat or a commercially prepared whole food diet. We offer suggestions in our article How to Feed Your Dog.
