Blood in the urine is a serious sign of an underlying medical condition that needs to be addressed immediately before the problem progresses to a more serious stage which could make treatment more complicated. A bloodstain in the urine is observed when you see a red stain or pink stain on the pee of the dog and could indicate a urinary tract infection or inflammation or even a more serious internal condition. Blood found in the dog’s urine is medically referred to as “hematuria.” In this article, we share with you what you need to know about dogs and what to do when you observe blood in dog urine.
Causes of Blood in Dog Urine
When blood is seen in a dog’s urine, it could be caused by one or several of these causes which, therefore, need to be addressed in order to prevent further harm to the dog.
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Urinary tract infections are common in dogs just as they are in humans. They can be painful, itchy, and cause sores in the internal tract of the urinary tract causing pain that make it difficult to pee. These internal sores release blood into the urine as it passes the urinary tract. This condition is common in female dogs and needs to be addressed immediately.
- Kidney Stones and Other Kidney Infections
Although it is rare in dogs, kidney stones can cause the passing of small stones which tear the walls of the urinary tract causing bleeding. This is a major alarm for you to call your vet.
- Kidney Cancer
Kidney cancer is rare in dogs and could manifest through blood in the urine. In order to address the problem earlier on, we recommend consulting with your vet the moment you see blood in urine to mitigate the problem early enough.
- Other infections
Other infections may include bladder infection, an issue with the prostate or trauma.
Remedies of Blood in Dog Urine
The causes of blood in dogs’ urine are diverse which calls for diverse remedies to implement. We recommend consulting with your veterinary officer the moment you spot blood in urine so that they can run a precise diagnosis early enough and avert more problems. A vet’s diagnosis will also prevent the wrong prescription.
Conclusion
Blood in the urine for dogs is just as serious as it is in human beings. Various causes are behind this condition which calls for diverse diagnoses and remedies.
References: NCVEC, AKC, VeterinaryEmergencyGroup
