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Why is my dog's urine suddenly dark? Is it dehydration or serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 6 years and 7 months old | 50 lbs

My dog’s urine is suddenly dark. It was once a few weeks ago, but was again tonight at the dog park. I thought maybe it could be dehydration as she won’t drink the water there but drank almost a whole bowl when we got back.

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on December 22nd, 2017

I would recommend to get Belle's urine checked. Dehydration will make it darker but so will blood in the urine. Best to be safe. Hopefully its nothing! Please post again if you have any further questions!

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