My older dog is peeing blood and leaving spots. Is this serious?

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Greetings, My small mixed dog is having blood in urine and has persisted for a week now, bleeds in spots around the house. Hes older and seems to be doing good regarding eating, drinking water. Is this something I need to be concerned of? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

I would recommend taking Deacon to a veterinarian. It could be a few different things. He could have something like a urinary tract infection going on and the veterinarian just needs a urinalysis for diagnosis and he would need antibiotics for treatment. It could also be bladder stones. This would require surgery to remove and X-rays to diagnose. He could also be having a prostatic infection or issue since he is not neutered. This the veterinarian can see if the prostate is enlarge on rectal but Deacon may need an X-ray or ultrasound. They may also need to look at a cytology of his urine. The other thing it can be is a bladder mass which would need an ultrasound to diagnose. I hope Deacon feels better soon and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My older dog is peeing blood and leaving spots. Is this serious?

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