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Originally Posted by kjc  My dogs get something similar. I think it's concentrated urine that stays on the hair and keeps accumulating. I found that trimming the hair back helps. If you are using baby wipes, they may irritate, try changing brands. Also, it could be a UTI... is she urinating more frequently than normal? Has she had UTIs in the past? If so, a urinalysis would be a good test to help determine what is going on with her. If the urinalysis comes back positive for infection and/or crystals, then an xray and an ultrasound of the abdomin would also be a good thing to check the kidneys, bladder, liver and gallbladder. A Bile Acid Test would be good to do too. |
I have had many pups in my home over the years. Some have had UTIs and I have NEVER seen caked on blood on them. IF I did, I would be at the vet.
I hardly doubt the OP is going to want to spend $80 for BATs, but then I dont know...maybe since you suggested it she will.
And further....how much is the ultrasound you are thinking might be needed? I am fascinated that she thinks you think like her.....and yet you are suggesting very expensive testing that only a vet can do.
