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A dog bladder problem can have multiple causes. Problems may result from infection, bladder stones, physical deformities, abnormalities, or simply old age.
Urinary tract and bladder issues are slightly more common in female dogs and in older dogs.
Symptoms of Dog Bladder Problems
Dog bladder symptoms may be demonstrated in a number of ways.
A previously housebroken dog may suddenly begin having "accidents" in the house. He may be experiencing the need to urinate more frequently, or he may be having sudden strong urges to urinate and find himself unable to "hold it."
Or, a dog may show signs of incontinence. He may dribble urine either constantly or intermittently. This can happen while awake or while sleeping.
Dogs with dog bladder problems may show other signs of illness, such as loss of appetite or lethargy.
Diagnosis of a Dog Bladder Problem
If your dog experiences changes in his urination habits, you should take him to the vet for a diagnosis and treatment. A complete physical examination and history will give your vet needed information about your dog's health. Your vet will want to know about any urination problems, but will look for other symptoms as well.
Your vet will want to test a sample of your dog's urine for infection. Take a sample with you when you take your dog to the vet if you can. X-rays may be taken to look for bladder stones and other signs of bladder problems. A special dye may be injected for some of these x-rays. An ultrasound may also be done. Blood tests are used to look for signs of kidney disease or other diseases.
Treatment of Dog Bladder Problems
The proper treatment for a dog bladder problem depends, of course, on type and cause of the problem. Bladder infections are not uncommon, especially in female dogs. They are treated with antibiotic medication.
Female dogs also suffer from a condition called USMI (urethral sphincter mechanism incontinence). This is a condition that occurs in female dogs within 1 year after being spayed. The depleted estrogen causes the muscles of the urinary sphincter to weaken and the dog may leak urine when resting. This condition is treated with estrogen supplements.
Bladder stones can also occur. These can sometimes be treated with medication or dissolved through dietary change depending on the type of stone your dog is suffering from. If it cannot be dissolved, then it might require surgical removal.
Puppies can be born with anatomical abnormalities in the urinary tract system. In some cases, the ureters, tubes that are supposed to lead from the kidneys to the bladder, lead instead to the urethra (the tube that leads from the bladder to the outside) or to the vagina. These puppies will dribble urine almost constantly. The problem can usually be corrected surgically.
Older dogs may develop age-related dog bladder problems. With age, the muscles of the urinary sphincter may weaken, leading to incontinence. This problem can often be treated with medication, but in some cases the dog may remain incontinent. In that case, there are doggy diapers that can be worn.
You might want to consider a natural approaches for a dog bladder problem. Homeopathic supplements are available which are designed to help the entire urinary system. Natural herbs such as Arctostaphylos uva ursi and Berberis vulgaris are well known urinary tonics. Even providing your dog something as simple as cranberry juice in the morning can naturally prevent problems such as bacteria clinging to the walls of the bladder.
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