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We all like to keep a clean house, but sometimes it feels like your doggo has other ideas. If your dog is struggling with urinary incontinence, you aren’t alone. It’s a common problem with a variety of causes, and luckily many treatments.
In this Dog Incontinence 101, we answer your questions about why dogs pee in the house, what the best course of action is for your dog & how to get your house back on track!
Peeing in the house is usually a puppyhood problem. These little furballs haven’t worked out the ropes yet, so if they are still young just keep working on your potty training!
But if you are wondering - why is my older dog peeing in the house? It could be one of several reasons. Sometimes called "inappropriate urination" by vets, older dogs can experience apparent relapses in their housetraining.
First, it’s wise to first rule out any health problems first. So a visit to your local vet is a great start.
If a mature dog is peeing in the house, here’s what could be causing it:
If a mature dog is peeing in the house, here’s what could be causing it:
If, however, your dog is consciously urinating in large quantities in inappropriate areas, you might be facing something behavioural. Once your vet has cleared your pooch of any health issues, they might suggest the following as areas of interest:
If your dog has a medical issue, the vet will usually advise on a suitable treatment. This could be a course of antibiotics or something more invasive.
If the issue is behavioural, here are some incontinence solutions:
Living with a senior dog means accidents can happen, so here are some ways to plan and prepare to keep them (and you!) more comfortable:
Sleep Spots - it’s a good idea to keep a pee pad like Potty Buddy where your senior dog sleeps. Potty Buddy's unique design features three layers which work together to eliminate leakage and trap odors. Being soft and comfy, you dog will naturally be attracted to using it.
Affected Areas - place a Potty Buddy down in the areas your dog frequents most, as this way you can avoid the worst of the damage. Plus the weighted, anti-slip design is totally safe for their paws.
Walkies - try and get them outside or on their Potty Buddy as frequently as possible to encourage them to go in those spots.
Advice - dementia or senility in dogs can be managed with medications and supplements, so get advice and help from your vet.
Living with a senior dog means accidents can happen, so here are some ways to plan and prepare to keep them (and you!) more comfortable:
Sleep Spots - it’s a good idea to keep a pee pad like Potty Buddy where your senior dog sleeps. Potty Buddy's unique design features three layers which work together to eliminate leakage and trap odors. Being soft and comfy, you dog will naturally be attracted to using it.
Affected Areas - place a Potty Buddy down in the areas your dog frequents most, as this way you can avoid the worst of the damage. Plus the weighted, anti-slip design is totally safe for their paws.
Walkies - try and get them outside or on their Potty Buddy as frequently as possible to encourage them to go in those spots.
Advice - dementia or senility in dogs can be managed with medications and supplements, so get advice and help from your vet.
Until you get a handle on your dog’s behaviour, or if you want help managing your senior dogs accidents, our pee pad is a great investment. Reusable, machine washable and created with ease in mind, Potty Buddy is the smart way to start getting your house back. And just remember… you got this!
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