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My dog is peeing a lot. Could it be a urinary tract infection?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cane Corso | Male | unneutered | 54 lbs

Dear team, My Roxy urinates exceedingly from yesterday. She is well trained and always urinate outside house. I take her every two hours for her business. But I noticed yesterday that she has urinated two or three times within 2 to 3 hours. I am bit worried about her. I offered her boil chicken (250 gms) wirh rice twice a day. Her stool is quite normal but at end she passed 2 or 3 thick drops. She is active and eating normally. Please advise. Regards Adeel

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Ana M, DVM

Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 2nd, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Roxy. It is always difficult to tell if puppies are having true urinary issues verses potty training problems. If she continues this behavior, she will need to see a veterinarian to see if she has a urinary tract infection. It is a more likely condition in a female pup given their anatomy. In the meantime, watch for blood in her urine and continue to take her out frequently. I hope this information helps!
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  • Answered By C. Rathjens, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 27th, 2018

    This could be a sign of a urinary tract infection. I would recommend taking GInger to her vet right away to rule out a medical issue because if she's peeing because she's uncomfortable, all the training in the world won't help. Good luck!

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