Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common culprit for dogs urinating
in small amounts with increasing frequency around the home. Most UTI
cases in dogs occur in the lower part of the urinary tract, usually in
the urinary bladder. UTIs are caused by bacteria and are treated with
antibiotics. Affected dogs exhibit the following symptoms:
- Painful urination
- The dog may appear to strain in an effort to urinate but only small dribbles of urine are voided
- Increased frequency of urination
- Frequent urinary accidents in the house
- There may be blood-tinged urine
Urinalysis
is a basic test when it comes to diagnosing urinary tract infections.
There may be a need to make a culture of the urine to determine the type
of bacteria that is causing the infection so the appropriate antibiotic
can be given.
If your pet is showing signs of a potential
urinary tract infection, make an appointment with your best veterinary center Lakewood Ranch, FL.
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