The urinary system
The urinary system consists of
two kidneys, two ureters, a bladder,
two sphincter muscles and a urethra.
These organs, tubes and muscles
filter out excess fluids and waste
products from the bloodstream, which
is then expelled as urine.
Functions of the urinary
system:
Two kidneys: As the name suggests, kidneys are shaped like kidney beans and are located near the middle of the back, below the ribs. The kidneys remove urea, creatinin and other salts from the blood through minute filtering units called nephrons.
Two ureters: Urine moves from the kidneys through two narrow tubes called ureters to the bladder. The muscles in the walls of the ureter tighten and relax continuously, pushing the urine downward, away from the kidneys.
Bladder: The bladder is a stretchy pouch made up of muscle tissue, and is located in the lower abdomen. It is like a balloon which stores urine.
Two sphincter muscles: Circular muscles, called sphincters, help to regulate the flow of urine from the bladder.
Nerves in the bladder: When the bladder begins to fill with urine, nerves alert the brain. As the bladder reaches its limit, the urge to urinate becomes stronger.
Urethra: The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. The external urethral muscle allows voluntary control over urination. In males, the urethra is longer, and acts as a passageway for both urine and sperm.
What is UTI-Free?
UTI-Free is a selected combination of natural ingredients specially formulated to safely and effectively support harmony, health and balance in the bladder and urinary tract. The remedy is easy to administer to pets without any fuss.
What are the Ingredients?
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Arctostaphylos uva ursi is a well known urinary tonic, helping to maintain normal pH levels in the urinary tract. This herb contains the glycoside arbutin as the main active constituent. .
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Berberis vulgaris is a widely studied herb which contains berberine as a main constituent, and is well known for its restorative effect on the bladder and urinary tract. Berberis also helps to support healthy immune system functioning.
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Cantharis (6C) is often recommended for its ability to maintain a healthy flow of urine and soothe the bladder.
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Staphysagris (6C) is a proven natural remedy also recommended for urogenital health and as a well known prostate tonic.
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Lactose (inactive ingredient)
How do I use UTI-Free?
UTI-Free comes in convenient, dissolvable granule form. The fine granules are easy to administer to pets of all sizes and personalities and are simply sprinkled on the back of the tongue and left to dissolve.
Directions:
Cats and small dogs: Large pinch of granules sprinkled into the mouth.
Small to medium dogs: Two pinches sprinkled into the mouth.
Medium to large dogs: 1/4 cap of granules sprinkled into the mouth.
For fast support: Administer every 30 minutes for up to 6 doses a day or until the desired effect is attained. Thereafter, administer two to three times daily for at least 7 days more, or for as long as is necessary.
For ongoing benefits: Two doses of UTI-Free daily to maintain urinary tract health.
UTI-Free is highly recommended along with the following natural remedies for maximum effectiveness.
- To
support
healthy
immune
system and
liver
functioning,
visit
Immunity &
Liver
Support™
- To
support
pancreatic
health and
maintain
blood sugar
levels
within the
normal range
in cats and
dogs, visit
GlucoBalance™
How long until I see results?
Individual results may vary depending on a variety of factors. However, support should be noted within a few hours and should continue to improve over the following days. A 7 to 10 day course is recommended.
A 10 - 14 day course of Immunity and Liver Support to strengthen functioning of the immune system is also highly recommended.
What else can I do to help my pet?
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Avoid dehydration and ensure your pet has easy access to fresh water in a regularly cleaned bowl. Filtered or bottled water is preferable to chlorinated or fluorinated water.
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Your pet needs easy access to a place where he can urinate whenever he needs to. "Holding it in" for long periods of time can lead to chronic bladder problems.
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Ensure your pet is eating a balanced, high-quality diet with plenty of raw and unprocessed food (preferably organic). Avoid dried foods as much as possible, and do not give your pet anything containing sugar.
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Avoid exposure to toxins and chemicals as much as possible including pesticides, herbicides, commercial flea collars, flea powder, insecticides and secondhand cigarette smoke.
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Use Immunity and Liver Support to support your pet's immune functioning.
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Talk to a holistic vet before immunizing your pet. Over-vaccination may stress the immune system unnecessarily.
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Regular exercise will help to keep your pet healthy and fit.
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Minimize the stress in your pet's environment.
How long does one bottle last?
One bottle of UTI-Free will last 15-30 days depending on usage and size of your pet.
A 45-90 day supply of 3 bottles is offered at a discount see the Buy 2 Get 1 Free special below.
