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My Old Man can he be helped

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My German Shepherd is approx 16yrs he has had a skin problem that i have treated with benzl benzoate and this has cleared it he has stopped scratching however he is constantly weeing on his bed (something he has never done) and he does not realise he has done it and remains lying in his bed also he wee's in the kitchen during the day and night regardless of going out numerous times. He is loosing his hearing and sight although he does not seem in pain could the constant wetting be something to do with his kidneys or just old age i do not want him to suffer or loose his dignity he is a beautiful old man would having him put to sleep be his only option or can he be helped

Symptoms: Itching & Scratching, Urine & Incontinence, Weight Loss

•   Derek McCoy says:

  November 19th, 2008 at 07:00 AM

  Urinary incontenance can be an unfortunate consequence of old age in dogs as well as other animals.  However it may also be a symptom of a bladder or lower urinary tract infection.  I would have him seen by your vet as soon as is convenient for you to determine which may be causing his little "problem".  If its an infection it may merely require a short regiment  of antibiotics to clear up and stop the leaking.  Even if its simple geriatric urinary incontenance there are a  few different drugs available which may reduce the frequency and volume of these "accidents" and give you more quality time with your boy.

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