Your dog seems anxious, is drinking more water than normal and frequently wants to go outside. The most common cause of these symptoms is a urinary tract infection.
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Definition
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A bladder infection in a dog is a painful infection typically caused by bacteria in the urinary tract.
Symptoms
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Common symptoms of a canine bladder infection include frequent urination, straining when urinating, cloudy or bloody urine and accidents in a dog that normally has no trouble using the proper spot. Dr. Wendy Brooks indicates excessive water consumption is another sign of urinary tract infections in dogs.
Diagnosis
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The veterinarian will need a clean urine sample to diagnose a bladder infection. If the owner cannot capture a clean urine sample, the vet can use a catheter to collect one.
Cause
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Bladder infections in dogs occur when bacteria that normally live on the genital area travel into the urinary tract and reach the bladder, causing the infection.
Treatment
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The typical treatment for a dog's bladder infection is a round of antibiotics that lasts 10 to 14 days followed by a repeat urine culture to determine whether the infection is gone.
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