Taking Care of Older Dogs
As dogs get older, they can begin to lose control of their bladder
If you notice your dog having little accidents, it may be suffering from incontinence. You might see a wet patch left behind when your dog has been lying down, or even puddles of urine left by a pet that is fully house trained.
It is more likely to happen to an older dog, with spayed females being the most likely to show the signs. However, dogs of both sexes and all ages can potentially become incontinent.
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More about incontinence and your dog
If your dog is showing signs of incontinence, get in touch with your local Vets4Pets. As there could be a few causes, we will examine your pet and may recommend further tests to find out what’s behind the problem. This could include blood tests, analysis of your dog’s urine, an ultrasound scan or an X-ray.
How we treat your dog’s incontinence will depend on the cause. If it’s a bladder infection, we may prescribe antibiotics to help dogs suffering from USMI. There are a number of medical treatments available but sometimes surgery may be the best option for your dog, but we will always talk through the cause and treatment with you.
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