Are my dog's urinary issues signs of a bladder or kidney infection?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 3 years and 2 months old | 14 lbs
How will I know if Daisy has a bladder or kidney infection?
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Published on August 12th, 2017
If you suspect Daisy is having urinary problems she needs a veterinary exam which would likely in clued analyzing a sample of her urine and possibly blood. This will help to determine if she has a urinary track infection or kidney disease. Sign she may see if Home can include increased frequency and urination increased urinary accidents urinary incontinence or an abnormal color or odor to the urine. I hope this helps and I hope Daisy is feeling well soon
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Published on November 1st, 2017
Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Daisy! Possible causes for her symptoms are a UTI, crystals in her urine, bladder stones are worse case a bladder or urethral tumor. I recommend catching a urine sample and making an appointment with your Vet. They can check the urine for bacteria or crystals. They may want to take an X-ray to check for bladder stones. If she has a UTI then they will prescribe antibiotics. I hope this helps and I wish Daisy a speedy recovery!
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