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My dog has a UTI, on meds, still uncomfortable. Is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Male | unneutered | 10 months and 16 days old | 5.5 lbs

My dog was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection and he was bleeding a little when he peed we took him in they did x rays to check for stones and nothing they did say his bladder was in pain upon touching it they put a catheter to empty the bladder and check for any obstructions in the bladder everything was ok I was given medication but he seem to be in a little discomfort I don't know if it's the bladder that is still sore giving him little discomfort he peed already it was back to normal

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 21st, 2018

Good on you for taking Zero into the vet when you noticed the symptoms he was having! It will take a couple of days for him to return to normal after having a UTI, and that would be why you notice him still in some discomfort. It's good that his urine appears to be back to normal, which does suggest the medication is working. He should continue to improve as you give the medication, and be very sure to give it as prescribed. If you notice that the blood returns to his urine and/or he continues to appear painful over the next three to four days, then I would take him back into the vet. Good luck, I hope this helps!

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