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My dog is in heat and only pees 3 times daily. Is this normal for her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 14 days old | 5 lbs

My dog is in heat and she is urinating only 3 times a day and evrything is normal.Her behaviour is normal and she is not even lethargic.She is drinking water properly but urinating only 3 times a day.Though she urinates in large amount.

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 29th, 2017

If she is acting fine otherwise the it is probably just normal for her. Continue to monitor her and have her examined by a vet if her signs persist or worsen. Your vet can check a urine sample to see if there is a problem.

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