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Why is my dog leaking urine, not eating, and in pain with white gums?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 15 lbs

My five year old dog Miniature Pinscher mix has been leaking urine all day. He does not want to eat or drink. Has but looks like to be lower stomach cramping and has called out a pain. His gums are are slightly White.

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Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 25th, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I am quite concerned about Westside. Best case scenario this is THC toxicity (if you smoke marijuana or have edibles in the house, take a look around to see if you’re missing anything). Worst case scenario, this is something serious like a prostate or bladder tumor or infection.

In either case, he needs to see the emergency vet for a good physical exam including a rectal exam. Even if you think it could be THC, the severity of his poisoning needs to be assessed- treatment ranges from monitoring at home to intensive hospitalization with seizure control and intralipid therapy.

Best wishes to you and Westside.
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