Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo
  • Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!

    rewards header
    Become a member today!
    Members-only pricing and offers, personalized care notifications, Vital Care points back on every purchase and more!
    Petco Pay LogoBecome a credit card member today!

    Earn 2X Pals Rewards points at Petco
    when you use Petco Pay!

    APPLY NOW
    Learn More About Petco Pay Benefits

My active puppy is peeing blood often. Should I rush to the vet?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 18 days old | 24 lbs

My fifteen week old Australian shepherd puppy has blood in her urine and urinates about every minute. She is still active, and doesn't appear sick in any way except that she is urinating orange of red. What could it be? Should we hurry to an animal hospital? The vet we always go to is on holiday, so we are on our own at the moment. We were thinking of a bladder infection, but maybe it's something with her kidneys or eurethra. Please help us, we are unsure of what to do...

3 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Christie Long, DVM

Answered By Christie Long, DVM

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on July 23rd, 2017

It absolutely could be a bladder infection, and although they tend to be a bit unusual in puppies they can happen. Testing is relatively straightforward including typically a urinalysis will make the diagnosis but often the vet will recommend a urine culture to ensure that the appropriate antibiotic is being used. At 3 months of age I would also consider some imaging (x-rays with contrast or ultrasound) to rule out congenital (present from birth) anatomical issues that could be contributing to urinary issues.
Vote Icon1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Related Answers from Veterinarians

  • Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 1st, 2016

    Poor Baloo! It sounds like he has a UTI. Drinking more will dilute his urine more, and there is likely still blood in his urine even if it isn't visible to the naked eye. A vet visit is definitely necessary, and I would take him in today during normal business hours. The vet can do a physical exam, routine blood tests, and a urinalysis to confirm that he has a UTI, and can prescribe antibiotics to treat it.

    Vote Icon

    1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

  • Answered By Jenny, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on December 28th, 2017

    With that much blood I would get him checked by your vet. They will get a sample of the urine and see if there are bacteria and any cells or crystals to determine if an X-ray is needed to check for stones. Make sure he can urinate and drinks well until you get him seen

    Vote Icon

    1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

Smart Picks for Smart Questions

Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Share

Styled arrow button