Question from Jaamal Dupas:
I have a 7-month-old female dog. When she squats to pee the first time, it’s normal. Then she tries again and only a few drops. And I noticed a drop of blood the last time she went. Could this be a UTI or her going into her first heat? I have a vet apt in a few days but was just curious.
Answer: Pee Problems – dribbling and blood
Hi Jaamal, thanks for your question about your dog’s urinating. To answer your question, I’m going to discuss the “symptoms” she’s showing, the possible causes, and then talk about how your vet will go about deciding which one of these conditions is the cause, and the treatment options.
What are the symptoms?
Technically, in animals they’re called clinical signs, not symptoms, but it means the same thing. In the case of your dog, she’s able to urinate, but it’s taking her two or more goes to empty her bladder. This is technically called “pollakiuria.”
The other problem you’ve noticed is that there was a drop of blood in the urine last time she went-this is called “haematuria.”
What are the possible causes?
Before your vet can determine what the exact cause is, they’ll need to make what’s called a “differential list”-this is a list of the possible conditions that could cause the clinical signs observed.
In your dog’s case, we can factor in her age and sex to narrow it down a little bit. So, what are the likely possibilities?
1) A urinary tract infection
This is probably the most likely cause! Urinary tract infections in bitches are quite common (more so than in male dogs, because the urethra, the tube that leads from the bladder to the outside world, is shorter and wider). The typical symptoms are an increased frequency and urgency of urination, with some blood in the urine. Your vet may want to do some more tests to confirm it (see below), but it is the most likely explanation.
2) Bladder stones or crystals
Sometimes, due to diet, infection or genetics, the crystals that can form in the bladder enlarge and become stones blocking the urethra. These can be very painful, and often mean it’s difficult for the dog to urinate. I don’t think it’s that likely in your dog’s case because it sounds like she passes urine quite easily, but it is a possibility. In dogs, many crystals and stones are actually due to untreated infections!
3) Her season (oestrus)
As you’re aware, some blood from the vulva is quite normal in bitches during their season (usually every 6–8 months or so)-see here for more info on them: https://vethelpdirect.com/vetblog/2014/12/16/ask-a-vet-online-what-age-do-seasons-stop/. It isn’t usually associated with passing drops or dribbles of urine though, so although I can’t rule it out, I don’t think it’s the most likely cause.
4) Trauma or injury
Obviously, anything that makes it uncomfortable to urinate may make her stop and start when she’s going. Cuts or bruises around the vulva would account for the signs, but I think there would be more obvious issues, such as obvious pain or swelling or visible wounds.
5) A womb infection
A womb infection can leak brown or red pus that looks very like blood; however, if it occurs it’s usually a few weeks after a season, and you obviously don’t think she’s had her first yet. Although it’s unlikely, I’d always keep it on the list until it can be ruled out, because dogs can become very sick very fast.
6) A bladder or urethra tumour
This is a theoretical possibility, but in a 7 month old I would have to have ruled EVERYTHING else out before I considered it!
Where next?
You’ve already made an appointment with your vet, which is very sensible. As we suspect a urinary infection, I’d advise you to catch a sample of urine before you go in (as fresh as possible, caught in a CLEAN pot), as your vet may well want to do some tests.
Once you get to the vets, they’ll ask you some questions to determine if there are any other symptoms or signs (for example changes in drinking), then they’ll examine her. They may want to take a swab from her vulva to see if she is in fact in season or not; they’ll also have a good feel of her abdomen and bladder to see if they can feel any abnormalities; and look at her vulva for signs of infection or injury.
My experience is that in simple urinary infections, there’s often nothing abnormal on the physical exam-quite often there won’t even be a temperature! That’s why the urine sample is so important. The vet (or their nurse or tech) will usually do a dipstick to look for blood, protein, acidity and so on, which can be suggestive of infection. If there are any abnormalities, they’ll often look at the urine down the microscope, looking for bacteria and white cells, which will confirm the presence of an infection; and for crystals which may indicate a problem with crystals or stones.
If their findings suggest an infection, and there are a lot of antibiotic resistant bacteria in your area, the vet may choose to send away the sample to check which antibiotic is most effective. However, if it is a simple urinary tract infection, in most cases it will resolve quickly with a course of antibiotics and possibly some painkillers.
I hope my answer has helped you understand the possibilities, and that with your vet’s help, she’s soon getting better!
David Harris MRCVS
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Discussion
So my dog scar has had a surgery called urethral prolapse this was around the beginning of the month but now when he trys to pee nothing comes out except driblets he’s not in any pain but is this normal
Potentially, but I would nevertheless get it checked out as it could mean that the scar tissue is contracting, blocking the urine from flowing.
I have 8 month female dog. Problem is that my dog wants to pee but can’t. She tis trying to pee but nothing comes out except blood. So, please suggest and medicine or treatment for her
She requires veterinary assessment; it is likely to be a urinary tract infection but there are other possibilities that need to be ruled out. If it is a UTI, it requires veterinary prescribed medication, suitable to her and to the local bacterial resistance patterns.
My 4 month old puppy has already pooped and peed several times now she acts like she still has to but can’t. She ate a little bit but threw it up immediately. Stomach is soft.
If she’s still straining despite having gone, and is vomiting, I would suggest a vet check, to make sure there isn’t anything too serious going on.
I am concerned about my dog, she’s about 17wks old cane Corso and she keeps stretching out her back legs and dribbles pee but then will squats to pee but only a couple drops again and then will stretch out her back legs like she’s uncomfortable and then sniffs around lil bit and squats again and continues for about five mins or so before coming back inside, also keeps wanting to go back out after coming back in at first me and my husband thought she was constipated so we gave her some pumpkin to help her go but that’s not the case we noticed that she wasn’t going pee like she normally does and it’s the next morning what should we do and if she’s in pain how can we help her
It does sound like she’s uncomfortable, doesn’t it? I’d be suspicious of a urinary infection, so I’d advise a vet check to see if that’s what’s going on and to get her the meds she’d need. Good luck!
I’ve got a 17 week old cocker spaniel bitch but she won’t toilet outside, tried everything it’s just so frustrating, what can I do?
Assuming you’ve tried everything here, it might be worth just getting a vet check to rule out any medical causes. Then, potentially, you could consider a behavioural consult – but it will probably come with time and persistence!
Good evening, Our 9 week old golden retriever puppy was peeing normally this morning. However, this afternoon she squats to pee, but nothing is coming out. She has tried numerous times. Because it is the weekend, we cannot get into a veterinarian until Monday morning. The closest emergency vet is 1 and a half hours away. We called them, but there are 15-20 dogs ahead of us and there is only one veterinarian.
In most cases, this is due to a urinary tract infection, which often presents with repeated squatting, and very little urine produced, often slightly blood-stained. However, if she is completely unable to pass urine, that can – rarely – mean something more serious, a complete urinary obstruction, which can be life threatening. Its very, very unlikely in a female puppy of that age, though, so a UTI is more likely. If she is passing some drips and drabs, it would be worth making sure she has plenty of water and getting to a vet as you can; if she seems to be getting frantic or very distressed and unable to produce, then that is a genuine emergency.
I’ve had my dog at the vet they’ve done x-rays they don’t see anything except for a full bladder they are not sure why she is not urinating I’ve have her on some painkillers and antibiotics for 5 days now and she still is not peeing
If there’s still nothing happening, then definitely time to go back to the vets
Please I need help I have a 9 week old puppy that I have had since Sunday all was fine until today I’ve noticed she is crying when she is weeing and has started with diarrhoea as well. Now she was the smallest in her litter and had to be hand fed for the first 2 days I had to give her fluids with a syringe cause she didn’t drink from the bowl and the other I put her in front of the bowl and she started drinking but she only drinks when I put her there she won’t go herself. I’m new to the puppy bit I’m absolutely sobbing cause it’s triggering trauma from last dog passing away so it’s breaking my heart can please someone help me
OK, it sounds like she needs to be checked over by your vet – it’s probably nothing serious but better to be sure.
Our 15 year old Pomeranian pees constantly. We had to buy her diapers and they’re soaked. We had her hair cut short 3 months ago and it hasn’t grown any. Her sides are hard and she is wonbly. What could be wrong with her? Thank you
I think she REALLY needs a full veterinary workup – there are lots of possibilities, but a hormone imbalance like Cushing’s Disease sounds quite likely; alternatively, chronic urinary tract infections, and urinary incontinence are both common in older female dogs. These are generally very treatable, but the urine scalding that will come from wearing a diaper long-term is much harder to manage in a dog of that age
I have a 12year old female boxer mix. She has started to pee blood over the weekend and now is having difficulty Peeing at all. She tries over and over again but only a few drops of blood come out. I plan to take her to the vet in the morning however I would like an option as to what’s going on.
There are a number of causes, hopefully it’s just a urinary tract infection, but bladder stones/blocked bladder is another possibility… Definitely right to take her to the vet, good luck!
My American bully puppy (7 weeks) was peeing normal in the morning and now he pees just drops. He’s drinking water and eating normally. Also he’s still really playful.
OK, this can be due to bladder stones or a blocked bladder; it can also be due to a less dangerous urinary infection. If he’s trying to urinate and nothing’s coming out, or only very tiny drips despite straining, that’s an EMERGENCY and contact your vet or emergency centre ASAP. Otherwise, make an appointment for sooner rather than later.
My newly adopted Springer spaniel was spay last week and adopted 2 days later.. Although I take her out ever hour she only wants to wee first thing innthe morning. Why ?
I would suggest it’s because she’s not drinking as much as perhaps she should – double check with your vets, but perhaps consider improving her access to water, or at least water that she likes!!
My 9week old shorkie is urinating alot and now he is licking his private constantly..
Hi might well have a urinary tract infection – it’s less common in boys but it still can happen, and can cause penile discomfort. One other possibility is balanoposthitis (infection of the prepuce and penis), although that would be unusual in a prepubescent puppy. Time for a vet trip I think – good luck with him!
My pug lia just had surgery two days ago for bladder stones when I took her outside on a leash she fell to her side and started to pee a lot and closed both her eyes completely. I started talking to her to please wake up don’t leave me and she woke up. What you think it’s happening to my lia.
It does sound like she might have had a mini-seizure or possibly a syncopal episode: I’d strongly advise a vet check to make sure there’s no underlying issues
My 4 month old puppy is having some sort of bladder issue. She pees normally. But she doesn’t tell us when she has to go. She squats and goes know the carpet a little. Then moves to a different spot and does this over and over. When we let her outside she squats but nothing comes out. And she goes very frequently. Could this be a UTI or something else?? Please help.
It does sound like a UTI, I agree – time for a vet check!
Hello! Ever since my dog gave birth twice to her puppies she suddenly have a problem with peeing and pooping that she gets irritated which led her to sometimes bark when she cannot pee or poop. She’s even having a hard time sometimes when laying down where she becomes restless. What is happening to her?
There might be some internal damage after whelping; whatever it is, you need to get her checked out by your vet to see what the problem is and how best to manage it.
Hello! My 4 month old puppy is having trouble peeing. We already took her to the vet where she got an xray (it was clear! nothing blocking in her bladder, although they did see some foreign objects in her tummy but vet says she’ll be able to pass it out). She was supposed to stay there at the clinic overnight but she peed when we were there so we were given the green light to head home. But now that we are at home, she’s having trouble again peeing. IDK what to do. Could it just be UTI? We were given antibiotic. Gave her her first dose already. Thanks a lot!! Appreciate it.
The most likely cause in a female puppy of that age is a urinary tract infection; however, there are a few types of stone that don’t show up on normal X-rays so I would definitely report back to your vets ASAP that she’s struggling again. The most likely cause is the discomfort and swelling due to the infection making her not want to go, but it’s worth just letting them know.
I bought my dog and brought him home 4 days ago. He was neutered 4 days ago. Was peeing the 1st 2 days. But now isn’t peeing. At least not around me. He is eating and drinking normal and is not uncomfortable. I am not sure if he peed in the house. What should i do?
I’d give your vet a ring and let them know – urinary retention is a rare side effect but can happen, so I’d strongly advise having a chat with the vet or vet nurse.
I have a 3 month old pitbul she just started peeing every couple minutes but only 2 to 3 drops come out. We just gave her, her 2nd round of shots could this be the reason or a uti?
It’s unlikely to be related to the vaccines, but this is very suggestive of a urinary infection – so definitely back to the vet for treatment I think!
I bought a puppy 3 days ago at 9 weeks of age and she was peeing normal up until yesterday and now she squats every 5 or so minutes to pee but only dribbles….does this mean she has a urine infection? She is playing and eating and drinking quite normal..nothing has changed
It would suggest a urinary infection, although there are other possible causes – definitely needs checking out by your vet though.
4 1/2 month old German Shepard just got fixed 2 days ago and now he’s urinating normally the first time he goes out but will then try again multiple times with nothing coming out. Could this be a side effect to the recent surgery? The surgery also had complications and they had to do 3 different incisions and only one testicle could be found
In more complex surgery (like what he went through), more complications are likely – I’d definitely call your vets up as it’s likely to be due to post-op swelling, and he may need some more pain relief of anti-inflammatory treatment.
My 3 year old Female Labrador is having peeing problems, sometimes blood in pee. This occurred after her heat period got over, now she is having struggle peeing, constantly squatting after she pee’s. She is potty trained but nowadays she is hard time controlling it.
This suggests a health issue like a urinary tract infection – time for a vet visit to get her sorted out. The good news is that these conditions are usually fairly easy to resolve with medication.
My 4 month female Golden Retriever seemed potty trained. Now she potties all the time, every 15 at least, but not much comes out and she tries two or three times. Initially, she might have more but never quite seems like she’s empties her bladder. Now she’s having accidents inside. The VET said there was no UTI, what next?
It might be worth more tests in case there’s a stone, or even an abnormality of the urinary pathways.
My 5 month old male puppy pees every 30 minutes even though i take him out every hour. My trainer and vet said I did and am doing everything right with potty training and there is no bladder infection or uti.
My 9 month old toy poodle is able to pee normally but will still squat to attempt to pee over 5 times with nothing coming out. I took him to the vet and they said the urine test came back normal. I know this isn’t normal and don’t want him to be in possible pain from this.
Hmmm, urine tests don’t always pick up all of the issues; it might be worth having another chat with your vet: if you think he’s in pain, he probably is. It might also be worth discussing the possibility of balanoposthitis (infection of the penis and prepuce), or bladder stones: while these would usually cause crystals to appear in the urine, it doesn’t always happen.
My 16 year old dog is having trouble peeing and pooping she will squat down to pee but it’s only coming out in dripples and will try to poop but I haven’t noticed her actually pooping yet. What could be the problem and what can I do to help her out?
There are lots of possibilities, but in a dog of her age, they’re unlikely to be anything you can easily sort at home. Time for the vet to assess her and get an idea of what’s going on – good luck!
My German Shepherd is 5 years old. He has fungal and bacterial infections since a year which does not go away no matter what medications we try. It is a bit better now but not totally healed. The infected areas bleed at times. And today, for the first time he peed a little when he was falling asleep. Is it just cuz of the cold weather? or is it a problem? And his testes is weirdly big and hanging…. is it normal with the other dogs too? cuz it seems so abnormal to me. I’m so worried about him cuz there aren’t any good vets in my place and my dad is fed up of taking him to the vet hospital cuz none of them are reliable. And he often holds his head and whimpers. My parents think it’s just his way of seeking attention….. but I’m worried
There are an awful lot of possibilities here; swollen testicles for example could be a sign of Brucella (a serious infection that can spread to people) or other bacterial infections (orchitis); petting himself a little when he goes to sleep could well be due to a bacterial urinary infection, which could spread to the testicles. I’m afraid this does sound like another vet visit.
My 9 week old puppy is squatting constantly but unable to urinate. She has been dry heaving and throwing up for 12 hours.
Vet time, NOW. One of the worries is a blocked or even ruptured bladder; it might “just” be a bad bladder infection, but either way, she needs seeing.
Hello, my dog named pixie is having problems pooing and peeing nothing seems to come out, she has also been throwing up yellowish and brownish ( she eats meat that is brown but doesn’t look like the food she eats) .she has also in the past eaten poo but fed her pineapple and it stopped.
This doesn’t sound good – vomiting and constipation and urinary retention aren’t a good combination, and usually indicate the need for a vet check. Note, though, that if you think she’s trying to pee but nothing’s happening at all, definitely URGENT vet time as it might be a blocked or ruptured bladder (which would also explain the vomiting).
Hi. My 3 day old French bulldog (male) peed blood when I was stimulating his area. Bright red. Could be an infection? Is medication given at such a young age?
It could be an infection or an injury; yes, some medications can be given, but not all; so get him to your vet and they will be able to determine the cause and the appropriate treatment.
What can my puppy have he was fine one minute and now he goes in circles drinks water hardly tho won’t eat only had him a week he is 2 months and he whines shakes n now in his pee had a little foam my sister in law said
Lots of possibilities but whatever it is, get him to a vet ASAP! Neurological problems and urinary problems together aren’t a common combination.
My 7 month old male cattle dog puppy goes and outside and pees fine it seems but then sometimes he will act act like he’s trying to pee again and nothing comes out
That might suggest some irritation of his urethra or prepuce; common causes include urinary tract infections or trauma (e.g. due to excessive humping things, at that age!). I’d suggest getting it checked out by your vet though, as it’s possible that there’s a “ballcock” bladder stone intermittently blocking off his bladder.
My shih Tzu is 5. She got spayed a year ago. But fir some reason I’m seeing her licking her vulva & see light pink coloring of blood
It could be a urinary tract infection, or vaginitis – I’d suggest a vet visit to determine what’s going on and then get it treated.
My three year old female golden retriever is peeing absolutely fine but even after that, she is squatting again and again but not peeing then.
This would suggest a urinary tract infection or similar inflammation of the lower urinary tract – I would suggest a vet check.
My dog is bloated and has a huge whole where she pees and it shows water too. How do I help her?
Get her checked by your vet ASAP.
My 11 yr old shitzu Alfie is taking along time to wee. Its drips out. His poo is fine. He eating & drink hasnt changed, he active.
I think it would be worth getting him checked out – it could be prostate disease, which is better treated earlier rather than later!
My 3.5 year old male chihuahua/terrier mix recently started discharging out of his penis with blood in it. I took him to the vet and was told has a bad infection, called Balanoposthitis. We were given and shown how to apply Malaseb Flush (2x daily) as well as, how to apply Quadritop ointment. For the last two days my bf and I have been applying the flush and ointment. However today when we woke up and walked out dog, he peed a normal amount and then repeatedly kept trying to squeeze more out but nothing but a few drops would come out, he would actually arch his back so I was able to see him struggling. On his second walk that same day my dog was unable to pee, he would dribble 2 droplets out and then continue pushing with that same arched back. He does not indicate signs of pain. But I was very concerned with his inability to release urine as I know that can be serious. After noticing this I rushed him back to the vet today where they did a urinalysis and an ultrasound on his stomach. The urnalysis came back normal and the ultrasound showed no blockages or abnormalities. He also rechecked his penis and said it’s looking better. The vet said that him not peeing his normal due to the extreme weather we have been experiencing (heat- 95-101°). Can this be true? I can’t help but feel like something else is going on due to him arching/pushing with just dribbles coming out.
It can happen if he got slightly dehydrated – the more concentrated/stronger urine would burn in the sore patches that haven’t yet 100% healed. If the urine tests and ultrasound are clear, that’s really good news, and suggests that you’re not dealing with anything nasty like a blockage. Perhaps wetting food, or providing soups and “porridge” mixtures of food and water might be a good way to make sure he keeps up his fluid intake while everything heals?
If it doesn’t improve in the next few days, or if it seems to get worse, though, definitely back to the vet!
I’ve a month old pom. He pee drops every now n then. What’s it?
It’s most likely that at that incredibly young age his bladder sphincter isn’t yet secure enough. He should of course still be with his mother and litter mates, and he certainly won’t be cognitively ready for house training yet! If there’s a concern, though, it’s always worth ringing your vet and having a chat – urinary tract infections can occur even to very young pups.
We have a puppy she is 7 weeks old and she trying to pee she does a little bit at a time and she is struggling to pooh what can cause that
That suggests some degree of straining – she might be constipated, or have a bladder infection. I’d definitely get her checked out by your vet though.
Hi I have an 8month old cavalier King Charles spaniel. She started her first season around two weeks ago. Last week her vulva got huge and she started not peeing properly. Obviously her back legs are very wet from this when she has been outside. She is literally not even squatting but just walks around to go to toilet. She regularly cleans herself also. Other than this problem is absolutely fine. I’m probably been an over thinking first puppy mum but I’m concerned this maybe is nothing to do with her been in season?? Please help
Dribbling of urine like this isn’t that common as a result of being in season – she might have vaginitis or a urinary tract infection; I’d suggest a check up to be honest, especially if she’s at risk of urine scalding all down her back legs, poor girl!
My 1 year old female lab had not urinated in 12 hours, she would normally only go twice a day (is let out alot more than that) after her feed. Is this something I should be worried about?
It is an unusually long time not to go for a pee, but it might just be that she’s a little dehydrated? I’d try and encourage her to drink, and offer her wet or wetted food to increase her water intake. If she’s trying to go and nothing comes out, though, that’s an emergency – vet ASAP. If despite increasing her water intake she still isn’t producing urine, or if she seems at all off colour or unwell, then again, vet time.
I have a 8 months old chihuahua/Jack Russell mix. I noticed that after she sleeps she can’t per right away. Seems like every time she is stationary and doesn’t move for some times, she is not able to pee right away, but takes her multiple trials. Any advice?
That’s a bit worrying – it might suggest bladder stones or some functional obstruction. I’d advise a check-up with your vet sooner rather than later, to make sure there’s nothing dangerous going on.
my female dog although is well trained , from last month started to pee a little in specified zone and she keeps something to pee in house close to my eating table, she is aware of the zone but she started to pee in both places,what should I do
If she’s peeing in places she didn’t used to, probably best to get her checked by your vet, to make sure there isn’t a medical cause.
I have a female miniature dashhound she squats to ore and has big feet and short legs and has scolded her legs from the urine What can I use on her skin to relieve the sores
Probably best to try and work out why this is happening – urine scalding isn’t that common in a healthy dog, and it would be worth getting her checked over by your vet to see if there’s some medical issue that’s making it difficult to urinate freely without splashing.
Your vet will, if necessary, be able to recommend a suitable barrier cream too.
I have a stray puppy which is of 5 to 6 weeks . He is a Male dog.He while sleeping peed and is continuously sleeping and being lethargic.Is it safe or do I show him to a vet. ???
Constantly sleeping and being lethargic isn’t normal in a pup at that age – I’d definitely suggest a vet check.
I have 10 year old female maltese she had never peed in our sofa and she has done it a couple times. It did not look like a direct pee it was more like a splater pee.
The most likely cause would be a urinary tract infection, although other conditions such as urinary incontinence become more common by that age. Try to collect a urine sample and get her seen by the vet.
I have a 5 year old golden and I am noticing that he isn’t wanting to pee at all for the last 2 days.. Even on his walk he is hardly stopping to pee.. He has been struggling with hotspots and pyoderma for a few months now and has been on medication.could it be connected?? Is it a cause of worry??
It’s unlikely to be related to medication, although it isn’t impossible. However, the most likely cause is dehydration, for which there are lots of possible causes – and I would be suggesting a vet check for any sudden and unexpected change in urinary behaviour.
My dog Bolt, never had an issue going out to do his business, or asking to go out. But recently, for over a few months now, he will not do his business, when I let him out. At any time. He just lays down, out side or turns around and heads back in through the door immediately. Very frustrating!!!!
But if anyone else lets him out, he goes every time, no matter ho many times. It’s come to the point, I need to get other people to let him out.
He’s a very well behaved dog, and very intelligent.
Any suggestions, would be great. If you could. Thank you
This sounds like a more complex behavioural issue than it first looks; for some reason, he doesn’t think you want him to urinate in front of you. This used to be seen quite commonly in puppies who were scolded for urinating in the wrong place, and thought their owner was angry with them urinating at all in front of them, although with better understanding of dog behaviour, this is rarer nowadays. The standard approach would be to make sure he gets a reward whenever he does urinate; if that doesn’t work, I think its time to find a good canine clinical behaviourist.
And if he’s trying but unable to urinate – vet emergency!
Our bitch is in season and we have kept her apart from our male, but he keeps trying to pee where nothing comes out. He has peed inside a few times too. They are all fully house trained. Is this his reaction to the female in season or could it be an infection? Thanks
It could be either; best thing to do would be collect a urine sample and ask the vet to look at it.
My puppy came from a play date we’re he drank lots of water that he is not used to, and started peeing none stopping should I be worried or is this just because of the water he took ?
If he just drank far too much, then that could be a natural response, but he should return to normal within 8-12 hours. If not, or if he displays any other symptoms at all, it’s definitely time for a vet check.
I got my 2.5 years old dog spayed on 13th dec 2020. She hasn’t peed or pooped since the last two days. Should i take her to a vet?
Definitely – not urinating for that long is very unusual and quite worrying; this could be an emergency due to dehydration, kidney problems, urinary retention, or even a blocked bladder.
Hello I have 8 week old puppy that keep squatting as if she has to urinate but only smalle amount of Uranus comes out what could be the problem
The most likely cause is a urinary infection – time to have make an appointment with your vet!
my female dog always have miscarriage, what can be the cause and how can I handle that?
There are lots of possible causes, including genetic defects, hormone disorders, stress and trauma. However, there are also a range of infectious diseases – some of which can be transmitted to humans – that can cause the problem; I would strongly advise a full reproductive examination by your veterinarian.
Hello I have a seven year old puggle I just recently within the past 6 months took him to the vet and he was perfectly healthy but recently I’ve noticed that when he is peeing it doesn’t come out in one single stream it’s been kinda spraying like when you put your finger at the top of the water hose and he has never been aggressive towards anyone or anything but yesterday he bit my little sister and my roommate and has been aggressive with other dogs in my apartment and barks at everything he has even bit me a couple of times writhing the past couple of weeks I’m not sure if I need to take him back to the vet but I’m in college and really can’t afford to take him if it’s not serious or something I can fix at home he doesn’t seem to be hurting he doesn’t Yelp or anything
The change of behaviour would be consistent with pain – dogs don’t usually yelp or show human-type signs if they are in chronic discomfort. The spraying of urine may suggest bladder stones or prostate disease, so I would strongly advise a vet check up!
I have a 14 years old German Shepard male dog.. suddenly he stop getup and walking.. he lays on the floor.. he drinks lot of water and can’t control his pee.. have been to vet twice they said because of his age he may like this.. what should I do to recover my dog..
There are lots of possible causes; before any treatment can be started you need to know exactly what’s going on. This may be a spinal disease (such as CDRM), nerve damage (such as intervertebral disc disease), joint pain (such as osteoarthritis or hip dysplasia), muscle weakness, or a whole list of other problems. The next step would seem to be talking to your vet about further diagnostic tests, to try and determine the underlying problem that needs to be addressed. Good luck!
Hello, my 10 week old french bulldog will pee regularly outside and inside she will squat and pee 2 or 3 little drops even after she just pee’d. She’ll just smell and squat very little pee.
This could be a marking behaviour – but best to get medical issues ruled out first!
Hi!
I have a 3 year old Shepherd/Chow. Every few months he has issues urinating. He is capable of dribbling out pee, never fully blocked, but he has had to get a catheter to help clear out the enlarged bladder.
He has had X-rays, urinalysis, and seen 3 vets.
Everything has come back clean. No stones, no infections, no blockages.
But it keeps happening and he is mopey when it comes around.
Any suggestions??
Thanks!
There’s clearly an underlying condition of some sort, isn’t there. It sounds like all the common things have been ruled out; it might be worth getting a referral to a specialist hospital for more advanced workups (such as intravenous contrast urography or MRI scans); one possibility would be an intermittently inflamed urethral diverticulum; another might be a tumour pressing on the urethra.
Hi, I have a 2 month puppy and she is having trouble peeing. She passed urine in morning just fine and then since afternoon she is trying to pee but no luck. I had her checkup and the vet gave her injections for 2 days. She seemed fine for those 2 days and now the third day, the problem came back. Please advise how can I help my puppy. Thanks !
Inability to pass urine is always an emergency – it may suggest a blocked bladder. More often, the cause is “I can pee but it hurts” which can look similar, and is usually caused by a urinary tract infection. In either case though, vet check needed!
My dog seems to be so sensitive lately . I believe she got scared of something and she started crying really bad and started peeing everywhere . Why is this so?
There are loads of possibilities – especially if you’re anxious, e.g. about the pandemic. However, I’d advise a vet check first to rule out physical causes, then if nothing found, talk to your vet about a referral to a good canine behaviourist.
Hi, I have recently sectioned off an area of my garden to teach my GSD to go to the toilet in that area. Whenever he tries going somewhere else I move him over to there to finish. He is now just refusing to go for either a pee or a poo. How long could he go for without doing either before I need to worry. He is eating normally but only seems to be wetting his lips rather than drinking now.
If he’s not passed anything for 24 hours, that’s potentially a major issue and needs veterinary advice. The behavioural training might not be the issue, after all. However, even if there’s no medical issue, I would suggest talking to a qualified force-free canine behaviourist if problems persist.
Hey doc,
I hav 8yr female boxer she is quite healthy before during this 3days back when she started panting excessively and also when she pee its lik droplets form.. also wants to mention she is in her late heat period. And due tho all this she is not sitting at all. Kindly suggest ur opinion
Seek veterinary advice – it may simply be a mild vaginal infection, but there might be more going on especially if she’s panting.
We have a 6 month old patterdale bitch. Shes perfectly happy and healthy as puppies go but every now and then she will leak strong smelling urine. She does this without squatting and it is not where near the amount she would normally pee. Is this normal due to her possibly nearing the start of her season? It wouldnt be so bad apart from the fact that these episodes happen on the furniture. We have no other dogs in the house.
This could be consistent with a mild urinary tract infection – I think a vet check (taking a urine sample) would be a good idea.
My dog is not able to use her back legs she is a 13 year old dachshund I’ve already taken her to the vet but will she be able to pee or poop if she has too? She’s already on medication we rushed her to the vet lastnight!
My dog is 14yrs old and for the past week his pees all day and in his sleep can’t afford a vet what can I get over the counter please help
I’m afraid there are no suitable over the counter remedies. He might have a urinary tract infection, or incontinence, or dementia – there’s no way to know without a veterinary assessment. I suggest you contact local charities and ask for advice; most regions have veterinary assistance charities to help people in your situation.
I’m so sorry to hear about her condition.
It depends on exactly where the spinal lesion is; in some cases, urinary retention and constipation may occur; in others, incontinence; and in yet others, bladder and bowel function remains unaffected. If she’s not passing urine or faeces, contact your vet again urgently for advice.
My boxer is over 12 years old and he has not urinate at all and he just goes poop all day and I have seen he not urinate at all just poop and he eats and drinks but he has lost a lot of weight and all he wants to do is sleep a lot and when is time to go outside he takes a while to get up and I have to keep telling him to go outside and he just looks at me like I am sleeping?
If he isn’t urinating and is losing weight then I think he really needs to be seen by your vet. A dog who cannot urinate at all will usually be dead within a couple of days, so if he’s not passing anything, this is an emergency.
My dog can’t pee for about 2-3 weeks , been to vets he has been on antibiotics, steroids , scan shows inflammation in the prostate , bloods normal, Uranus is normal , he has been at the hospital for over a week , they are draining the pee 3 times a day by catheter, biopsy inconclusive!!! Yesterday they put a hard catheter in as couldn’t get soft one in ! He pulled it out last night ! He is a border terrier , neutered, 4 and half years old , they are suggesting putting him down today or going to a specialist for a stent op ? At a cost of £3000 – I have paid just over £2000 already – of course I will do anything to save him as he is so young and such a gorgeous little dog ! Please help advise what can I do ??
I’m so sorry to hear how poorly your dog’s been. I think if your vets have come to the limit of what they can do, I would agree with them – the best option (if you can afford it) would be to get a consult with a specialist who is an expert in these matters. They will be able to advise you about the most up to date treatment options for helping him out.
Best of luck with him, I hope they can find a solution!
My dog can’t pee
Then they need urgent veterinary attention – if they are completely unable to urinate, this is a medical emergency.
My 10 week old chihuahua puppy was running around and being fine when suddenly she lays down next to me and goes to sleep for a good 2 hours when I tried to take her out to pee she wouldn’t stand up and she was acting dizzy she got up and ran around but she’s still falling over dizzy and only wants to sleep help!
Whatever’s going on, a puppy unable to stand up and seeming dizzy needs urgent veterinary assessment – this might suggest a neurological problem.
Hi there,
My dog is a 5 year old female rottie. She ate this morning and ate she eats we go outside to play some. Normally she will go to the bathroom except today I noticed she tries to go to the bathroom but nothing is coming out. She has the urge to urinate and poop, but nothing comes out. I don’t know if I should call my vet or wait. It’s only been a few hours. Please help!!!
I’d advise calling your vet sooner rather than later; if there’s a blockage in her urinary tract, this is an emergency. It’s unlikely, but if nothing’s coming out at all, it needs to be checked.
I have a 12 week old pit and she acts like she needs to pee but only drops one after the other and she’s wimps as well uncomfortable what should I do
Contact your veterinarian and get her seen – this would be consistent with a urinary tract infection or even an emergency such as a blocked bladder.
My male dog is in heat. When he goes to pee he vocalize like it hurts . Is it hurting due to he’s in heat
I strongly suggest you contact your veterinarian for advice as soon as possible, as male dogs do not come into season or heat. What you’re reporting sounds like a bladder condition, possibly even a blocked bladder which is an emergency.
my dog, 11yr/female, unspayed has not passed urine since 24 hours. however she is eating normally and drinking normally. she appears lethargic. she had bleeding per vaginum for which she was given ethamsylate and the bleeding subsided in a single dose. has been started antibiotics, today being her second day. what can possibly be done?
Hi Anoushka,
If she hasn’t passed any urine at all, she needs urgent veterinary attention – it could be that there is an obstruction to her bladder; while it might be something less dangerous, she really does need to be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible.
my dog, Loosey, 11yr/F, dachshund, weight 11kgs, unspayed
she has been diagnosed with pyometra. what can be the treatment options for her considering she had undergone a mastectomy for a breast tumor 2 months ago?
at present, she is eating and drinking normally, passing stools and urine normally, but has developed bleeding pervaginum for 5 days.
Hi Anoushka,
In that situation you need to talk to your vets urgently about the options – pyometras are life-threatening infections that really do need treatment as soon as possible.
There is a protocol for medical treatment of the infection with hormones and antibiotics; however, it isn’t always suitable, and in many cases the pyometra will recur after the next season. As a result, it is generally considered that the most effective treatment is spaying – removal of the infected uterus and the ovaries removes the septic focus and prevents it ever happening again. In many cases this is a genuinely life-saving intervention.
Hi I have a 14 week old Rottweiller She keeps trying to go to wee but nothing comes from it . She try’s and then it is only a bit. She as just had her last Injection So she as not been outside for walks yet . Can any one given me advice on this please .
Hi Sandra, please call your vet and ask them for advice. She may need checking over and they are best placed to help.
My staff is 12 yrs and I took her to to vet.she finished the antibiotics.and,still the same dribbles.of urine.not passing urine much.I’m so worried about her.what can I do.?
Hello Margaret, I strongly suggest you take her back and let them have another check of her – sometimes it takes more than one course of antibiotics to clear an infection. There are also other medications available to help with these dribbles, should that be the case. Please make an appointment and get her re-checked. Best wishes Dave RVN.
Hi
I have a female chow who’s about 6/7 and ever since I’ve had her she’s always peed out blood here and there but it’s only gotten worse so recently I took her to the vet and she was put on antibiotics of a UTI and at the start of her taking them she could urinate but now she can’t she’ll go outside and squat as if she needs to pee but nothing is there. The vet said they weren’t sure if it was a uti but they’re treating it as if it is until her next appointment is it normal for her to not per?! Or is it kidney stones?! Please help
Hi Katina. If she’s not able to urinate, you must take her back to your vet for a check-up ASAP. This can cause a serious problem, so please do give your vet a call and arrange for her to be seen – this is urgent and can’t wait until the next appointment you have booked.
I did yesterday and come to find out her kidneys shut down quick which caused an infection to spread all through her body so I had to put her down yesterday..there was no way of saving her thank you though
My pet is 4+pug bitch. She is facing problem at the time of urination. Though she is trying but not able to urinate. Previously she had blood in urine but presently that problem is over. Her uterus and overy has been removed 2 years back. Kindly advise.
Hello, if she is unable to urinate, she needs to be seen by your vet as soon as possible as this can potentially be life-threatening if left untreated. Please do give your vet a call for further advice and to arrange an appointment.
Hi.. i have a male Bull terrier. He is 9 months old. He do drink alot of water but i noticed that he struggles to urinate. He will stand in the position to pee but only drips like a tap would.. drop by drop only comes out. This is making me worried. Anything i can give him!
Hi Annie. If your dog is struggling to wee, he needs to be seen by a vet ASAP. There could be a number of things causing this, but he’ll need a check over to determine the cause and for any treatment to start. If he is unable to urinate, this can be very serious indeed, so please do get him checked over.
Hi ya I have a chuihia she is just over 2 years old an since yesterday she has been sick an today she has been sick but she keeps sitting down to have a wee but when she dose nothing is comeing out but only a little drop am really worried that there is something really wrong with her what should I do just need a bit of advice
Hi Margaret. I can appreciate why you’re so worried, it’s awful to see our pets poorly in any way. If she is trying to go for a wee and not passing anything, she needs to see a vet as there could be a number of reasons for this, and if not treated, it could become quite serious. I’d recommend calling your vet ASAP to discuss it with them and make an appointment, then they’ll be able to find out the reason and get her onto some treatment to make her feel much more comfortable.
my 14 month old lhasa apso cries and sits down when trying to pee
Hello Peter, please make an urgent appointment to see your vet with your Lhasa. They sound like they need painkillers and possibly antibiotics, but will they be the best to advise you after an examination of your dog. David RVN
My dog is having trouble peeing this has come and gone for a few years now but recently it’s been happening more frequently.there don’t seem to be any pain and he eats well. 9 years old mixed lab/Shepherd/chow..
Hi James. I’m sorry to hear about your dog. There can be several reasons why your dog may be having difficulty, so I’d recommend taking him to your vet for a check-up as soon as possible. If for any reason he becomes ‘blocked’, and is completely unable to pass urine, this can be an emergency, so it would be a good idea to get him checked over and on to any treatment he needs soon before the problem becomes worse, if necessary. Hopefully, he’ll be feeling much better soon.
I adopted my bitch staffy about 18 months ago and she’s now 5 or 6 (never did get the paperwork for her)
When I got her I got told she’s been nurtured and now today she’s wee’d in my home for the first ever time and noticed pink blood spots in it.
Never seen this before and my male staffy hasn’t been doing anything with her to make me assume she’s in heat.
Any advice would be appreciated
Hi Danny. I’d recommend taking your Staffy along to your vet for a check over, as blood in the urine can be caused by several things, for example, something like cystitis, and is likely to be quite uncomfortable for her. Your vet will need to do an examination to find out the exact cause, and treat her appropriately. If you are able to get a fresh urine sample in a clean container, just before your appointment, take this along as it’ll be really helpful for your vet – they can test this and will help with a diagnosis. I hope she feels much better soon.
My 3 year old female staffy has recently started having a pee next to her food and water… I have done the obvious looked about Google and all say it’s threat of another dog taking her food etc but she’s the only dog in the house so a bit confused as to why she’s started
Hi Paul, with any change to urination pattern it would be worth taking her to your vet to rule out any medical reason. The urinary system is a rather important one, and for the health of your dog, it’s key that it’s in good working order! Having ruled out any medical cause, it would be sensible to discuss the matter with a behaviourist. Your vet will likely be able to recommend one to you. Best wishes
My 3 year old female staffy has recently started having a pee next to her food and water… I have done the obvious looked about Google and all say it’s threat of another dog taking her food etc but she’s the only dog in the house so a bit confused as to why she’s started
Hi Paul, with any change to urination pattern it would be worth taking her to your vet to rule out any medical reason. The urinary system is a rather important one, and for the health of your dog, it’s key that it’s in good working order! Having ruled out any medical cause, it would be sensible to discuss the matter with a behaviourist. Your vet will likely be able to recommend one to you. Best wishes
My dog is not peeing but piddling..it looks like he is trying to go but nothing..he also is looking like he is having trouble with his back legs..also he has been linking himself…I believe he has had a couple seizures as well..any advice will help.
Please take him to your vet as soon as possible. It sounds as if something is going on that warrants examination. Best wishes
My dog is not peeing but piddling..it looks like he is trying to go but nothing..he also is looking like he is having trouble with his back legs..also he has been linking himself…I believe he has had a couple seizures as well..any advice will help.
Please take him to your vet as soon as possible. It sounds as if something is going on that warrants examination. Best wishes
@Jeff you need to contact your vet urgently. It could be another urinary tract infection (which is very painful and needs treatment from a vet) but there are several other conditions that could cause symptoms like this which are even more serious. Your vet will examine her and will be able to advise you and provide treatment.
@Jeff you need to contact your vet urgently. It could be another urinary tract infection (which is very painful and needs treatment from a vet) but there are several other conditions that could cause symptoms like this which are even more serious. Your vet will examine her and will be able to advise you and provide treatment.
Everytime my female dog is in heat she begins to urinate blood, and she also pees inside, which she does not normally do. What could be wrong with her ? She’s been treated for urinary tract infection, and she was fine until she was in heat again, then it all started over ?
Everytime my female dog is in heat she begins to urinate blood, and she also pees inside, which she does not normally do. What could be wrong with her ? She’s been treated for urinary tract infection, and she was fine until she was in heat again, then it all started over ?
Dear sir/mam
Plz help me I have a Labrador of nearly 2 yrs old and now he is not eating anything not food like chapatis,rice and nothing else. Please tell me what to do may be he have stomach problem if so than plz tell me what to do now.
He is only drinking water.
Hello, you need to take your dog to see your vet, it would be impossible for us to guess at any medical conditions.
Dear sir/mam
Plz help me I have a Labrador of nearly 2 yrs old and now he is not eating anything not food like chapatis,rice and nothing else. Please tell me what to do may be he have stomach problem if so than plz tell me what to do now.
He is only drinking water.
Hello, you need to take your dog to see your vet, it would be impossible for us to guess at any medical conditions.