How can I get my dog's UTI urine tested without expensive vet visits?

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I have a pup. She has a UTI Things are getting very expensive from the vets. Can I collect a urine sample and send it to a lab myself. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 13 days old | 35 lbs

David Darvishian · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sorry to hear about Dakota. In most instances, I would say this is not possible because most laboratories require an account when submitting samples and they have to be a veterinary laboratory, not a human lab. It is possible that you could collect a midstream sample, refrigerate it, and then take it chilled to one of your state veterinary diagnostic labs. Not sure where you live but that might be worth looking in to. Typically, those labs are cheaper and you can submit and pay for the sample if you live close to one. Good luck with Dakota.

How can I get my dog's UTI urine tested without expensive vet visits?

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