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Yorkie_GirL · 05-15-2005, 10:00 PM

Signs your dog might have a UTI

In addition to increased frequency of urination, the classic signs of a UTI are:

Urination in inappropriate places

Difficulty when urinating (straining)

Pink or red urine (indicating the presence of blood)

Strong and/or foul smelling urine

Lethargy

Fever

If you notice any of these signs you should have your dog examined immediately. Your veterinarian will give your dog a urinalysis to determine the presence of bacteria – which will confirm that your dog has an infection. If your dog is diagnosed with a UTI, your veterinarian will probably recommend oral antibiotics to treat the infection. Treatment usually includes one to two pills a day for the duration of at least two weeks.

Steps you can take to prevent UTIs

Make sure your dog has the opportunity to go outside every few hours in order for him to relieve himself. Also, ensure your dog drinks plenty of fresh water throughout the day. This will help flush out his urethra and help prevent bacteria from entering his bladder.

I got this all from:

http://www.pedigree.com/PedigreeCent...+Infection.asp

Best Wishes! Hope everything ends up ok! keep us posted!

05-15-2005, 10:00 PM	#2
Yorkie_GirL Oreo,Ginger&Cloey Owned Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: none of your business Posts: 1,270	I Hope this Helps. Signs your dog might have a UTI In addition to increased frequency of urination, the classic signs of a UTI are: Urination in inappropriate places Difficulty when urinating (straining) Pink or red urine (indicating the presence of blood) Strong and/or foul smelling urine Lethargy Fever If you notice any of these signs you should have your dog examined immediately. Your veterinarian will give your dog a urinalysis to determine the presence of bacteria – which will confirm that your dog has an infection. If your dog is diagnosed with a UTI, your veterinarian will probably recommend oral antibiotics to treat the infection. Treatment usually includes one to two pills a day for the duration of at least two weeks. Steps you can take to prevent UTIs Make sure your dog has the opportunity to go outside every few hours in order for him to relieve himself. Also, ensure your dog drinks plenty of fresh water throughout the day. This will help flush out his urethra and help prevent bacteria from entering his bladder. I got this all from: http://www.pedigree.com/PedigreeCent...+Infection.asp Best Wishes! Hope everything ends up ok! keep us posted!