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Shih Tzu not peeing for 12 hours and crying. Is it an emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 1 year and 10 months old

My pet dog of Chinese breed shih tzu (2.5 years) He has not Urinated since last 12 hours. B.he is frequentlycrying ,seems abdomen pain

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 11th, 2016

Oh no. Poor guy may have a urinary obstruction caused by stones. If he is straining to urinate it is imperative that you get him seen by a vet immediately! This can be life threatening if he retains urine for longer than 12-24 hrs as toxins will build up in his body, so please take him in for medical care.

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