My dog pees while walking. Bladder infection or behavior issue?

Question

I have a 8 month old German Shepherd female who has been showing no signs of bladder control since more than two months now. There are times she has controlled for more than 10 hours but most of the time she starts peeing while walking out to her pee area... Since two days though I've been taking her every three to four hours she peed inside the house before I could even take her outside the door. Is it behavioral issue or is it possible she has a bladder infection? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 9 months and 24 days old | 61 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor Zoe! If she urinates while she's walking, this is not a behavioral issue - it's a sign that she physically can't control her bladder. She may have a severe bladder or kidney infection, or an anatomical problem causing urinary incontinence such as ectopic ureters. I would definitely recommend taking her to the vet for a check-up as soon as you are able to. He/she can take a urine sample to check for infection or other simple problems, and may recommend additional diagnostics or referral to a specialist if needed for further work-up.

My dog pees while walking. Bladder infection or behavior issue?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

Why is my new pet biting? Is she stressed or scared in her new home?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

My pet has red spots all over. What's causing them and what to do?

My small pet is limping and can't bear weight. Should I see a vet?

Share