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My old dog became incontinent after starting new supplements. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Schipperke | Female | spayed | 14 years and 9 months old | 15 lbs

Old dog on homemade diet. Added Nupro supplement and Extend for joints.now incontinent. Could be related?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on June 25th, 2019

Unlikely. Incontinence is generally related to a lack or hormones or a dysfunction of the nerves. These pups are prone ti bladder infections so get her examined within the new few days. Best of luck.

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