My 17-year-old dog pees inside. Is it age, anxiety, or behavior?

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My dog has 17 years old and he is peeing everywhere. We thought it was urinary incontinence but he does it specially when we leave him alone or if we don't give him human food when we're eating. Pet's info: Dog | Poodle | Male | unneutered | 17 years old | 8 lbs

Lauren Barry, BVSc, MRCVS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Wow, Bambino has got to a very senior age. It's hard to say if this is due to a medical problem (old dogs produce more dilute urine, and larger volumes of urine as the kidneys age), or as it sounds more like behavioral. It could also be senile changes and loss of house training- a bit like human seniors who develop Alzheimer's. Make sure he's not left for extended periods of time, let him outside before you leave and right when you return. You may need to let him outside when you're eating as well. Your vet will probably suggest blood work and urine testing to rule out kidney or bladder problems.

My 17-year-old dog pees inside. Is it age, anxiety, or behavior?

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