How or should I use uva ursi on my dog with kidney failure?

Question

My herbalist said I should use uva ursi on my dog who is suffering from kidney failure, how should I do this or should I at all? I didnt know if I should post this here or dogs, sorry if its wrong=-)

Answer 1

No, I wouldn't because uva ursi will make the kidney work harder and it's for the bladder, not the kidneys.  I can't believe a herbalist would recommend it!

There are significant safety concerns with uva ursi. The arbutin contained in uva ursi leaves is broken down in the intestine to another chemical, hydroquinone. This is altered a bit by the liver and then sent to the kidneys for excretion. Hydroquinone then acts as an antiseptic in the bladder. Hydroquinone is also a liver toxin, carcinogen, and irritant.  For this reason, uva ursi is not recommended for long-term use. In addition, it should not be taken by young children, pregnant or nursing women, or those with severe liver or kidney disease.

So I wouldn't use on my dog either.

Answer 2

Buy it in capsule form and mix it w/ your dog's food.  As for how much for a dog dosage wise, I don't know.