I have a 6 month old westie-pug mix. The problem is that when she is sleeping, she will go potty. She is also having a hard time getting house broken, she just seems to go whenever and wherever she is. Is there a chance that she has a much deeper problem then just a small bladder?
2007-02-15 10:26:49 · 13 answers · asked by Caiti Z 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
May have a bladder infection. Take her to the vet. You can take her temp anally with a digital thermometer but if she doesn't have a fever it doesn't mean that she doesn't have a infection. Call the vet.
2007-02-15 10:30:35 · answer #1 · answered by Sandy 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I do not think it is a UTI. I work at a boarding kennel, and there's been a few dogs with this problem, and they are on medication for a weak bladder. Chances are, she has a weak bladder. And with a weak bladder, the second pee comes on, its gotta come out other wise it causes pain and crystal build ups. And then you have a bigger problem . You need to take her to the vet, and tell the vet all the symptoms, and tell them you think she has a weak bladder so they can immidiatly check for that. As far as getting house broken, you need to get that vet check first, because if it is a weak bladder, then she'll be under medication which will help control that. And then you'll be able to establish house training. Do be aware that this is no short term condition, and you will most likely always need medication for her. Make sure that you have the funding for that, if not consider finding a shelter that will assure her getting a new home.
2007-02-15 11:15:33 · answer #2 · answered by dreamkillerkitten 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That seems a bit extreme. I would have it checked out by a vet. Puppies traditionally have smaller bladders and have problems holding it for a long time. I would suggest:
Limiting the amount of water your puppy's water in the afternoon/night.
Maker sure you let the puppy out to eliminate before she goes to bed.
2007-02-15 10:36:36 · answer #3 · answered by Charles M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There could be a UTI (urinary tract infection) or a bladder infection, get her into the vet as soon as possible, if there is an infection then it could spread and get much worse. She could also be getting old and have incontence problems, there are medicines, such as Proin, that can be given to help with incontence, but long story short, get her to the vet
2007-02-15 10:35:21 · answer #4 · answered by Hunter D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, there is a wide range of possiblilties.
least scenario is a weak bladder, or just weak muscles.
worst could be bladder or kidny faliure.
SEE A VET!!!
good luck! :)
2007-02-15 10:30:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well my advice my mom did this when my dogs got dierea well feed them white rice before he sleeps and in the middle of the night maybe at 9:00-10:00 let him out or let her use the bathroom before bedtime.and the peaing all over the place section parts of the house off where you don't want him to pea with baby pens or gates and train him by using newspaper.
2007-02-15 11:04:04 · answer #6 · answered by tiger 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Talk to your vet. She may have an incotance problem has she been spade???? Just talk to her doctor, there is medication that she can take if it's a physical problem. Cheers Bogey
2007-02-15 10:30:52 · answer #7 · answered by Flyboy Bogey 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont know what to say, she might have an urinary problem. Take her to the vet to get her checked and make sure its nothing serious.,
2007-02-15 10:31:21 · answer #8 · answered by Kitty 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
poorly bred westie, crossbred to a poorly bred pug....... could be any sort of problem,,, shame on the backyard breeders...
2007-02-15 11:34:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
She could have an infection. That happened to my dog and she needed antibiotics.
2007-02-15 10:30:29 · answer #10 · answered by Xiomy 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋