My senior dog is peeing blood with a tumor. How long for antibiotics to work?

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My 13 year old dog has been peeing dark red blood with clots since Saturday afternoon. How long do I wait to see if the antibiotics work before taking her back in? Bladder infection and tumor seen. No test for cancer done. Pet's info: Dog | Australian Cattle Dog | Female | spayed | 13 years old | 41 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor Sheba. If she has a bladder tumor then she will likely continue to have blood in her urine; although treatment with an anti-inflammatory (Piroxicam) can help. This medication can also slow the progression of the tumor. However to answer your question, antibiotics (if effective) will reduce bacterial numbers and show clinical improvement within 48-72 hrs after use. It is highly likely that if a tumor was seen in her bladder, that it is cancer. We often see transitional cell carcinoma affect the bladder. Ask your vet about palliative care options for Sheba if she seems to be in pain or in any discomfort. I wish you and Sheba all the best in the days to come.

My senior dog is peeing blood with a tumor. How long for antibiotics to work?

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