Excessive urination can signal a health problem. If your dog is drinking more water than usual, wanting to go out more often or having accidents in the house, schedule a veterinary appointment to determine the cause.
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Cystitis
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Cystitis, a bacterial infection of the bladder, is more prevalent in female than male dogs. This condition may cause painful urination, and blood may appear in the urine.
Kidney Infection
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Often the result of an untreated bladder infection, kidney infections can lead to organ failure. Your dog may show signs of abdominal pain and painful urination.
Diabetes
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Diabetes is a metabolic disorder caused by a deficiency or resistance to insulin. If your dog seems excessively thirsty, urinates more than normal and eats less, it may have diabetes.
Cushing's Disease
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Frequently caused by a non-malignant tumor on the pituitary gland, Cushing's disease causes over production of cortisol. If your dog has Cushing's, it will likely drink more, haven an increased appetite and cold intolerance.
Steroids
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Steroids are often administered to control allergic skin reactions and other conditions and will cause frequent urination. Symptoms subside at the conclusion of treatment.
Leptospirosis
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Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can cause liver disease. Early symptoms include fever and joint pain, followed by vomiting, dehydration and kidney failure. Kidney failure causes excessive thirst and urination.
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