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Blood in the urine of a dog - what does it tell you?

📞 Study of urinary tract problems in Vantaa: 010 739 9130

Finding blood in a dog's urine is always a frightening experience for the owner. A red pond appears in the yard or a dog drips bloody droplets inside.

Hematuria (hematuria) is never normal. It is a symptom that always needs to be clarified by a veterinarian, even if the dog seems otherwise cheerful.

The most common causes

1. Urinary tract infection

Bacterial inflammation of the bladder is a common cause, especially in female dogs (shorter urethra). Symptoms include frequent urge to urinate, painful effort, and bloody urine.

2. Urinary stones or crystals

In the bladder, struvite or oxalate stones can form, which rub against the bladder wall, causing bleeding.

  • Danger: If the stone blocks the urethra (more common in males), the dog should not pee at all. This is a life-threatening emergency.

3. Prostate problems (Males)

In uncircumcised males, benign prostatic hyperplasia is extremely common. The enlarged prostate gland bleeds with urine or drips it from the penis even outside of urination.

What to do?

Contact Animal Hospital Sacrum.

  1. Take a sample: If possible, take a urine sample in a clean jar just before entering (preferably in the morning). However, do not delay the departure because of the sample if the dog is in pain.
  2. Investigation: We examine a urine sample in our laboratory. If necessary, we will do an ultrasound examination to see if there are stones or tumors in the bladder.

Note: If the dog tries to pee, but nothing comes, call the emergency room (010 739 9130) immediately.

With the right treatment (antibiotics, pain relief, diet or chemical castration), the ailment is often quickly restored.

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