The Star of the Show:

At the McKamey Animal Center, Trica Sebes monitors a dispatch that Officer Nicholson is arriving with CindyLou, a relinquished dog given up because of incontinence. Cindylou is not a bad dog, but suffers a physical condition: Canine Urinary Incontinence. A recent survey of animal shelters has revealed that this is a common problem. Dr. Marisa Shulman from Pegasus Laboratories, explains canine urinary incontinence should be taken seriously, and there are a few possible causes a veterinarian could diagnose. Fortunately, there is help for CindyLou. It’s called Proin, available as a chewable tablet, and comes in three different strength dosages, it is a veterinary prescription drug. Check with your veterinarian if your dog shows signs of urinary incontinence.

Puddle Jumping

Does your dog leave puddles all over the house?

Many pet parents do not know how to deal with this condition, and the beloved animals end up becoming outdoor dogs or are surrendered to a pet shelter. In fact, a recent survey of animal shelters revealed incontinence is a common problem.

Canine urinary incontinence:

• can be caused due to a change in hormone levels when the animal is spayed
• could be from a UTI or CUI
• may occur in up to 20% of spayed female dogs over age 6
• is progressive – starts with leaking while dog is sleeping and progresses from there

The good news is that canine urinary incontinence due to urethral sphincter hypotonus is a controllable condition. PRN® Pharmacal has a drug called PROIN® that may help your dog get back on track:

 chewable tablet
 given twice a day
 comes in 3 different strength dosages
 FDA approved
 veterinary prescription drug

The “Designing Spaces™” team travelled to Chattanooga, TN to give a much-needed renovation to the McKamey Animal Center’s administrative area and “real life rooms” for the special 3-part series “Designing Pet Spaces of Hope – Adopt a Shelter.”

PRN® Pharmacal is a valued partner in the series.

Tune in on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 am (ET/PT) as Dr. Marisa Shulman educates viewers on canine urinary incontinence and what can be done about it. (Please check local listing to confirm date and time).
Or watch the segment here: http://www.designingspaces.tv/video_player_embed.swf?v=KN8XTFEAK01224

For more information, please visit: www.prnpharmacal.com

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