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Why is my puppy licking hind legs, lethargic, and having accidents?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 15 days old | 20 lbs

What could be wrong when my puppy is nipping and licking his hind legs and he list control of his bladder last night, as well as noticably lethargic?

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Answered By Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on October 25th, 2017

From the clinical signs you are describing I would b considered mostly with pain in the lower abdomen. This combined with loss of control go urinary function could indicate an infection or inflammation of the bladder. I would advise a trip to the vet for a urineanalysis to diagnose. Best of luck and please ask any further questions you may have here. We are happy to help!

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