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My dog's penis bone is broken. Why can't he pee? Why delay surgery?

Updated on September 23, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 20 lbs

What causes broken bone in urethra to penis making dog unable to urinate? The vet is waiting 2 weeks to do surgery?

3 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Jacqueline Nobles, DVM, DACVECC

Veterinarian, Board-Certified Emergency/Critical Care Specialist

Published on December 23, 2016

Trauma would be the most common cause of a fractured os penis (urethral bone). I am uncertain as to why your veterinarian has postponed surgery in this case. It might be helpful to call your veterinarian or his technician and ask them these questions. I am certain they can provide you with the answers.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers
Veterinary Technician
The bone you are referring to is called the os penis, and is a small bone within the structure of the penis. It's possible an injury such as falling or running into something caused it. It would be best to talk with your vet to see why they recommend waiting on surgery, as there may be a medical reason behind it such as waiting for traumatic swelling to go down, or another cause such as underlying illness.
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Answered By Debi Matlack
Veterinary Technician
Published on February 12, 2017
He may now have a urinary tract infection and I recommend you get him checked with your vet as soon as possible for an exam and labwork. Other possibilities may include urinary stones, which could cause a blockage. If his isn't urinating, this is an emergency and he needs to be seen by a vet immediately.
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