Why is my well-trained dog suddenly leaking urine and has a lip lump?

It could be that this dog (if she is spayed) has spay incontinence causing the leaking. This can be treated with medication. As for the lumps, it's always a possibility that any lump on a senior dog could be malignant. I agree with you, if they love her, they would take her into the vet for these issues. Dogs need regular health care, and when there is something wrong, they have to see a vet. Otherwise, they could be causing the dog to suffer. You can point that out to them, and tell them you spoke with a vet who strongly urged them to take her into the vet. I hope this helps!

Hello there! I can understand your concern, especially when you come home from vacation and can't get in touch with a vet. The bump on her back is not an emergency. It could be a mole, a pimple, a bug bite, or a small cyst. Urinating on the couch could be from the stress of you being away, or it could be from a urinary tract infection (UTI). If she continues to urinate in odd places, urinates frequently, or develops any blood in her urine, you should have her checked at the vet for a UTI. This is also not an emergency, unless Miley is acting lethargic or having other symptoms. Lastly the blood on her ball is probably from chewing vigorously. It is not unusual for dogs to accidentally make their gums bleed on their toys from hard play or chewing. My suggestion would be to schedule Miley for an exam at the vet to have these concerns evaluated. They will take a look at the lump and see if it needs to be tested further, check her teeth and gums for any gingivitis or small injuries, and, if needed, collect urine for a urinalysis (to check for a UTI). I don't think you have anything to worry about tonight, so give your vet a call in the morning to set up an appointment. Good luck, and I hope Miley does well! :)

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Blood in the urine can be observed with things like urinary tract infections, urinary tract stones and even urinary tract tumors. The masses under the skin can be due to a benign or malignant growth. Both of these conditions can be linked or be completely separate issues. A urinalysis and urine culture can be performed to check the urine. Abdominal imaging may also be recommended. The lumps could be benign or malignant growths. This is often differentiated by a test called a fine needle aspirate (FNA) which is a pain free, inexpensive and easy procedure which in most cases will help reach a diagnosis. Sometimes a biopsy is needed for a definitive diagnosis. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. I am really hoping for something benign. Good luck and have a good night!

So sorry she is having these problems. Drinking and urinating more can be a sign of kidney disease, Cushing's disease, diabetes, Addison's disease, infections, thyroid disease, etc. The only way to know the cause is to have a vet run some bloodwork and a urinalysis. The lump could be a cyst, infection, benign or cancerous mass. A needle aspirate or biopsy may be necessary to diagnose. She really needs to be examined by a vet. Try to find a low cost clinic in your area or a vet that would take a payment plan. You could also apply for Care Credit which is a veterinary credit care. Hope you can find her the help that she needs.

It sounds like Blacky had a urinary tract infection, which sometimes can become recurrent or resistant and difficult to treat. His urine may need to be cultured again to see if the infection has resolved. Sometimes bladder stones or polyps, or diseases like Cushing's or kidney disease could also cause urine leakage. Finally, he may have urinary incontinence due to a neurologic issue and require medication to help stop the leakage. I would recommend talking to your veterinarian to see if there are any additional tests they would recommend.

No, I don't think it is an emergency but she should see a vet when you can make a regular appointment. My best guess is that she has urinary incontinence. Common in spayed female dogs (especially large breeds) and there is medication that can help them if the problem becomes very frequent. A urine test would be the best place to start. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/urethral-incontinence-in-dogs

Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. It sounds like jaidee has multiple problems going on. The inappropriate urination and odor could indicate a urinary tract infection. The breathing could indicate respiratory disease and her back legs seem like they are weak from arthritis / muscle loss from age. I would recommend having her veterinarian take a look at her. I would recommend her blood be tested to see if there are any systemic changes going on, a urine sample checked for infection and chest x-rays performed as well. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns. I am also available via consultation if needed.