Smelly dog wee

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone could help me please. My Golden Retriever bitch Ruby has had a couple of piddle accidents in the house over the last week and her wee absolutely stinks the house out, it's like a really strong fishy smell. She has had a urine infection before where she needed to pee about 30 times a day and just dribbled but her wee didn't smell like this and she doesnt have to go any more than normal.

Does anyone think she may have a different sort of urine infection? Is this possible? Also the last few mornings when Ive got up, there have been a few small sicky patches on the carpet, but I'm not sure if they're from her or my other dog.

Thanks x

If I were you, I'd try and get a sample and pop it into the vet, it will take only seconds for them to see if it's infected, that's the best route I think Good luck. It very much sounds like it to me, especially if she's going more? If left, these urine infections can cause major problems.

I'll have to follow her round the garden and try to catch some wee - eek!!

Thanks for the advice, i'll get on with that in the morning, you're right, it's prob best that she sees a vet just in case x

I used to get a big flat tray, and quickly shove it underneath her when she was going and THEN pour some into a small pot, otherwise you've got no chance! Good luck, but it's well worth it.

Funnily enough, my GR has just had a urine infection - cystitis. She had a number of accidents in the home, drinking more than usual and her wee didn't smell nice either. A week of antibiotics and she is back to her usual self. Trip to the vets will sort it - although I was £44 lighter after.

Sounds almost definitely like some kind of urine infection.

The vet's with a sample is your next step.

Good luck - ABs should put it right in no time

x0x

Hi Gemma a strong 'fishy smell' when a bitch urinates should always be investigated ASAP .

A fishy smell is usually an indication of some kind of infection. In addition to a urinary tract infection it can be an indication of vaginitis (check for any discharge) and in an unspeyed bitch, pyometra (which can cause a bitch to drink and urinate more ).