Dog Health Blood in Urine

When analysing dog health, blood in urine can be a frightening symptom to encounter. Many of us jump to conclusions about the severity of the condition and what the condition is. Blood in general can be a frightening thing to see especially when we don’t understand the cause of it and this is the same for how we react to our dogs.

One of the main concerns for this symptom is that it might indicate canine liver disease but it can also be a urinary tract infection or stones. Even though you shouldn’t panic about the health of your dog you should seek immediate veterinary help. Blood found anywhere for whatever reason is serious and has potential to be a serious condition. Make an appointment with your vet as soon as you can when you notice blood in urine and make notes on the changes and symptoms you can see while you wait in the meantime. Never delay your veterinary meeting by more than a week as dog health can deteriorate very rapidly.

Examine your dog for other symptoms such as fatigue, drowsiness or dopiness, and swelling or lumps. Be sure to tell your vet as much information as possible when describing your dog’s condition and symptoms.

The treatment for these conditions will vary depending on what is causing the urine to contain blood. If it is an infection of the urinary tract for example, your vet will most likely prescribe antibiotics and your dog will have to go in for regular urine tests to ensure they are working properly and the infection is being successfully treated.

If your dog is suffering kidney stones they may need a surgical procedure known as a Nephrostomy. This may mean IVF treatment is required and can result in your dog needing dialysis.

For urinary problems, ensure your dog has enough water and that he or she drinks enough of it during the day. You can get special dietary food stuffs for your dog from your local veterinary clinic that encourage your dog to drink more, often containing a little more salt to do so. Do not just add salt to your dogs food, it can be very dangerous to rapidly increase salt intake and you may harm your dog in giving them too much.

For all types of tumours your dog will need to have a surgical procedure, these types of conditions are the most serious and will take some time to treat. Your vet will go through your treatment options for your dog and what will happen next if this is the cause for the blood in the urine.

An extended urethra might be another reason for poor dog health. Blood in urine is a common indication of this type of condition and a simple reconstruction of the urethra will solve this problem.

In summary you should take the dog to a vet and while you wait, make sure they have enough water and can get outside quickly to help avoid accidents.