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Cystine Bladder Stones in Dogs

Cystine bladder stones are associated with an inherited problem in amino acid handling.

Cystine bladder stones are associated with an inherited problem in amino acid handling. Treatment may involve dissolution or removal, with continued monitoring because stones can recur.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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