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Animal Health – General (Expert Forum)
Involuntary Urination at rest
Answered by
Jim Humphries, B.S., D.V.M. - dogs, cats, behavior therapy, horse care
PetDocsOnCall
Colorado Springs - CO
This forum is for general pet health questions, such as questions about medications, parasites, vaccines, infectious diseases, breed specific and genetic problems.
Involuntary Urination at rest
by thompsonss, Jun 28, 2009 11:33AM
My five-year-old mixed breed has now twice peed in his sleep. The first time was about three weeks ago, and then again this evening. Vet care in Greece is sparce at best and you must really know what to ask for when requesting diagnostic tests. What tests should I ask my Greek vet to run to find out what is wrong with my dog?
Type of Animal
:
Dog
Age of Animal
:
5
Sex of Animal
:
Male
Breed of Animal
:
Mixed Breed Greek Street dog
Last date your pet was examined by a vet?
:
June 25, 2009
City
:
P. Faliro Athens
State/Province
:
Attiki
Country
:
Greece
Blood Test Results
:
N/A
X-Ray Results
:
N/A
Other pertinent test results
:
N/A
Doctor's Answer
by Jim Humphries, B.S., D.V.M., Jun 28, 2009 07:08PM
, Jun 28, 2009 07:08PM
Once, then a second time three weeks later is not a serious problem, but you may be able to find an answer. Your veterinarian should rule out some of the basic things first. I would want to know the dog does not have a bladder infection. Urine tests will determine that. Can usually be treated with a simple course of antibiotics. Next an x-ray would make sure your dog does not have bladder stones.
Finally, basic system blood tests may reveal something like kidney disease or diabetes.
Take these first steps and let us know how he does.
Finally, basic system blood tests may reveal something like kidney disease or diabetes.
Take these first steps and let us know how he does.
Member Comments (2)
by thompsonss, Jun 29, 2009 11:33AM
We'll be going to the vet tomorrow and I'll let you know the outcome. Thank you.
