2006-07-31 12:44:41 · 12 answers · asked by lil'peaches 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
15 is getting up there...he/she might not be able to hold it as long anymore. I would have him/her vet checked (when they are geriatric at least twice per year).
It could be a UTI, diabetes, incontinence, or cognitive dysfunction...just to name a few. In the meantime, I would treat him or her like a puppy, and get jim/her outside as often as possible. See what your vet thinks! Good luck!:)
2006-07-31 12:47:08 · answer #1 · answered by dvm2b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try some of those potty training sheets you can get from pet stores. They are supposed to attract the dog to the spot to pee on. But since your dog is 15, be prepared as this is a sign that the end is near. I live with a lady who has a 16 yr. old dog in the same position, just started pooping in the house, and vet told her the dog is probably starting to let go...so yeah...
2006-07-31 19:50:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to take the dog to the vet and get a complete blood workup just to see what is going on. There may be some kidney issues going on that you are just starting to see.
15 is a wonderful age. I have had dogs live to 17 and 18 years of age.
2006-07-31 19:58:52 · answer #3 · answered by URelax 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
15 years in a dog is like 80 for you. No suggestions.
2006-07-31 19:49:46 · answer #4 · answered by Tudor_ 22 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take your dog to the Vet, he might be trying to tell you something.
Your dog might have a bladder or kidney infection. Good Luck.
2006-07-31 19:50:15 · answer #5 · answered by Tanker 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Older dogs often don't have as much muscle control as they did when they were younger. There are pills your vet can give you for your dog to control the incontinence problem.
2006-07-31 19:49:32 · answer #6 · answered by Gwen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Poor old buddy cut him a break, show him a lot of love he's just getting old. Enjoy him, at fifteen he won't be around forever. And don't you dare throw him out of the house!
2006-07-31 20:02:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a Petsmart or Petco and there is a part where they have diapers for dogs.
2006-07-31 19:53:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's possible he's developed a bladder problem, you should take him with the vet ASAP. This problem is common with age.
2006-07-31 19:49:05 · answer #9 · answered by Gandalf the Grey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He has a bladder problem. Take him to the Vet.
2006-07-31 19:53:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋