A UTI in people and animals in general refers to a Urinary Tract Infection. Dogs can get these just like people. Signs of a possible UTI may include your dog having trouble urinating or passing small amounts at a time, blood in the urine, leaking of urine, frequent urination, increased water consumption, and possible fever. Notify your vet if you see any of these signs in your dog. A UTI can be treated. A vet may run blood work and a urinary analysis to diagnose the UTI and to possibly determine the cause. Treatment for a UTI is usually an antibiotic. Sometimes a diet change is needed and in extreme cases surgery may be required. It is thought that UTIs occur most often in older dogs, dogs with diabetes, and particular breeds. Some illnesses such as bladder stones can also cause UTIs as a symptom. Learn more from your veterinary clinic Ashburn, VA.
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