My puppy is having potty accidents. Is it a UTI or going into heat?

Hi there! Thanks for using Boop by Petco! Inappropriate urination is something that can occur with conditions such as a urinary tract infection (as you indicated), urinary tract stones, behavioral issues, among other possibilities. If she is doing it consistently, it is recommended to have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment which may include a urinalysis and urine culture to check for a urinary tract infection. Alternatively, she may be started on broad spectrum antibiotics right away to see if her clinical signs improve. Good luck!

Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! It is possible that she could have a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) but that wouldn't explain the stool. I think she isn't house trained. I would block her access to the room she is going in and all other rooms. She should be leash walked every 1-2 hours so you know she is actually going outside. When she goes give her treats, verbal praise and play with her outside for 10 mins. If she doesn't go she should be crated if you can not keep her leashed to you. Then try again. She has to be either crated or leashed to an adult at all times until there are no accidents for 3 months. This includes when you are gone and asleep. All rooms need to be closed and/or gated off. No negative punishment for accidents. All areas that have been soiled need to be cleaned with an enzymatic pet cleaner like Nature's Miracle. You can also teach her during these 3 months how to ring a bell to indicate she has to go out. Teaching an adult dog to not eliminate in the house

Thanks for using Boop by Petco! It is definitely time to see the vet as these are classic signs of a urinary track infection. Crystals, bladder stones, and other things can also cause this sort of things. So schedule the next available appointment and bring a irina sample with you. Or, consider dropping off a urine sample the morning of to speed things along. (Worst case, don’t let her urinate for 2 hours before your vet appointment.). Best of luck to you and Hildi!

Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! Poor Maisy! Maisy may have a urinary tract infection or she may have a congenital defect with in her urinary system (ectopic ureter). I would schedule an appointment with your Vet and bring a urine sample for them to check for infection. I hope this helps and I wish Maisy a speedy recovery!

Thank you for contacting Boop by Petco with your question about Sugarbone and for providing a picture, it's very helpful. I agree, that does look like a black fly bite. I'm actually wondering if he has a medical problem like a UTI. A UTI would certainly cause him to have accidents in the house. I recommend taking him into the vet. The vet can do blood work and a urinalysis to diagnose if he does have a UTI or not. If he does, the vet can prescribe medication to treat it. Give his vet a call now to make him an appointment. I hope this helps!

Yes, there's a chance Mabry has a urinary tract infection or vaginitis causing frequent urination. I'd recommend having her examined by a veterinarian to determine if any medication (like antibiotics) are required. Please bring a urine sample to your visit. Until you can get to the vet make sure she continues to drink plenty of water. But I would not wait too long to have her checked out. Thanks for using Boop by Petco and I hope Mabry is feeling better soon!

Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! Sometimes female dogs will urine mark when they are in heat (having their period). But if Chica is having small, frequent urinations with straining she may have a urinary tract infection unrelated to being in heat. I recommend collecting a urine sample and taking Chica to your Vet for an exam. They can check her urine for infection. I hope this helps and I wish Chica a speedy recovery!

It’s definitely possible that Abby has an infection. Have her seen by her veterinarian who will check her urine for any abnormalities. Keep up the good work of taking her out so frequently! I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions.

The signs you are describing may certainly be due to a UTI. When dogs have a UTI, they have a burning and urge to urinate even when their bladder is empty, so they continually try to urinate. Libby sounds pretty uncomfortable, so I would recommend having her seen right away so they can figure out what is going on and she can get some relief. Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.

Hi, puppies can get urinary tract infections. I would watch her for urinating more frequently and in small amounts. At 7 months, she should be mostly house trained so this is not likely a behavior issue but it is still possible. I would take her to the vet for an exam if it happens a third time. They can put her on some antibiotics for this and she should be fine. Good luck!