Has my puppy got a uti?

Discussion in 'Labrador Puppies' started by Potsie, Feb 11, 2017.

  1. Potsie

    Potsie Registered Users

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    Hi, Buddy is now 15 weeks old and has been really good with his toilet training. Over the last few days I have noticed that sometimes he has no control over his bladder, for example last night he was in the hall, we didn't see him squat down to wee but found 3 puddles, then 5 minutes later he was in the kitchen and then there was another puddle! This is not happening all the time, is he being lazy or should I be taking him to the vets?
     
  2. drjs@5

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    If there has been a change to his pattern of weeing for no other reason. Such as maybe being let into more rooms in the house. Then it is worth getting checked out by the vet.
    If you can try catch a sample of pee - when you see him squatting pop a small tray or bowl underneath him - then the vet can check for signs of infection in the urine.
    Worth checking out. It seems not uncommon.
     
  3. Boogie

    Boogie Supporting Member Forum Supporter

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    It's more common in bitches, but does happen in dogs too.

    I would get a sample and get it tested, the sooner they are caught the better.


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