Dog Urinary Accidents
Peeing indoors, leaking urine, or asking out more often — can be behavioral, but medical causes are common.
Causes
7
Red flags
5
Prone breeds
7
Related
2
Depends on severity
New urinary accidents in a previously house-trained dog deserve a vet check, especially with thirst changes, straining, blood, or pain. Behavioral causes should be considered after medical causes are ruled out.
When to call the vet now
Any of these signs means telehealth isn't enough — get in-person vet care today.
- ×straining to urinate or producing little/no urine
- ×blood in urine
- ×increased thirst or larger urine volume
- ×crying while urinating
- ×senior dog with sudden accidents or confusion
Common causes
- —urinary tract infection
- —increased thirst from diabetes, kidney disease, or Cushing's disease
- —urinary stones
- —incontinence in spayed females
- —cognitive decline in senior dogs
- —stress or incomplete house training
- —marking behavior
Breeds most prone to urinary accidents
Not exhaustive — any dog can have this. These breeds are just more commonly affected.
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Searchbreed is not a veterinary service and does not diagnose or prescribe. This is educational content to help you understand your dog's symptoms. For diagnosis and treatment, talk to a licensed vet.