My dog has bladder cancer and is peeing blood. Is she suffering?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 22 lbs
My 12 yrs old dog was diagnosed with bladder cancer a month ago after two rounds of UTI meds didn’t work. Tumor is about 1.5 inches 1/3 of her bladder. Chose to just have her on pain meds so she doesn’t suffer since there’s no cure. The last two days she started peeing blood almost all the time. Is this a sign it’s getting closer to her and. I don’t want her suffering even though she still seems like her playful self.
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Published on January 20th, 2019
The blood could be coming from the tumor itself, or sometimes dogs with tumors are more likely to develop urinary tract infections. If she is also straining to urinate it may be that her quality of life is beginning to be affected. Before you make any decisions you should recheck with your vet. They could check her urine for bacteria and can also discuss what signs to look for that might indicate it is time to consider euthanasia.
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Published on July 18th, 2017
Hi, I cannot answer this question without knowing more about your dog's condition and what medications she is on. Some dog can do fine for days, weeks, other longer. You have to watch her ability to urinate carefully. IF she becomes unable to void her bladder, she has to see aa vet and you have to decide if euthanasia is the right decision. As long as she is urinating, she has a good chance. I am sorry to hear of this diagnosis and wish you the best.
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