My dog just turned 3 and is in heat, but recently she started to wet the bed which has never happened while in heat. Does anyone have any answers as to why?
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I would contact the vet and have her checked for possible urinary tract infections.
If there is a UTI she would be peeing constantly & also drinking major water.
Have your dog evaluated by a Vet for pyometra. It is fairly common in unspayed dogs. It is an infection of the uterus. One of the symptoms is increased thirst and urination.
I would have her checked her for a UTI then spayed to decrease her chances of breast & uterus cancers. This will help her to live longer as well.
You know, this stuff about getting your dog fixed being "healthy" for them...
Removing the sex organs obviously would keep your dog from getting any cancers related to the sex organs. But cancers like lymphoma and other major cancers are actually at a greater risk of happening after getting your dog fixed. Plus, getting them fixed too early can lead to problems with hormone imbalances. Stop believing everything you're told and do your own research. Getting your dog fixed too soon can do more damage than good!
That is exactly what my vet told me regarding my GS. Do not spay your female dog till after her first cycle which is about a year for large dogs. Mine is at about 11 months old and has started to mark inside even though she knows its wrong. A very confusing time for them.
So glad to see this comment about it being unhealthy to have your dog spayed. This is totally correct. Like humans, dogs live longer and are more healthy when intact - unless you want to give them hormone supplements for the rest of their lives. The propaganda about it being the opposite is just spread to keep irresponsible owners from allowing their dogs to breed out of control. People spread that nonsense without really checking the facts. Ask ANY trustworthy vet bluntly and they will verify: your dog will live a longer, healthier life with their reproductive organs intact.
I never have my dogs spayed, they have never had a litter, and they live many years longer than when I was younger and believed the hype. The hassle of dealing with nine or ten days of a few blood spots, slight odor, and YES - peeing accidents (that sometimes happen right in front of me as if its allowed) is a vey small price to pay. Dont blame the critter too much for a puddle or two, and scolding wont help - I used to get cross until I realized my pup was barely aware she was doing it. Its a response to a feeling of urgency that happens so quickly the dog has no time to follow her training instincts. Give her a finger shake so she knows its not GOOD, but dont make her feel bad about it.
Also, like others have said, if it happens several times a day or you see your dog squatting to go but unable to pass any fluid a trip to the vet is in order.
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