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What causes yellow urine in dogs?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Ava Williams
The main causes of yellow urine in dogs include internal heat, insufficient water intake, urinary tract infection, and liver problems. First of all, if it is caused by the dog getting angry or not drinking enough water, in addition to yellow urine, the dog will also have dry stool, constipation, increased eye secretions, etc. At this time, the owner needs to add more water to the dog, and can also feed the dog some vegetables or fruits that reduce internal heat. It is best to feed the dog special medicine for reducing internal heat. Secondly, if it is caused by a urinary tract infection or liver problem, you need to take the dog to the pet hospital for examination and treatment immediately.

1. Getting internal heat

Excessive fat or salt content in a dog’s daily diet will cause the body to get internal heat, which will make the urine dark yellow and increase eye feces. It is recommended to give the dog enough drinking water and adjust the dog’s diet structure to keep the food light.

2. Insufficient drinking water

If a dog suddenly has yellow urine for a short period of time, it may also be caused by insufficient drinking water. At this time, the owner needs to provide the dog with enough drinking water, or feed the dog water-rich food, and appropriately increase the dog's amount of exercise, which can increase the frequency of the dog's drinking water.

3. Urinary tract infection

If your dog’s urine is very yellow, a little red and turbid, and the gums and tongue are white, it may be a urinary tract infection. question. In this case, it is recommended to take the dog to the pet hospital for examination and treatment immediately to avoid delaying the condition.

4. Liver problems

When dogs suffer from liver and other internal diseases and red blood cells are destroyed, yellow urine will also appear due to elevated bilirubin, and at the same time, It may be accompanied by abnormalities such as poor energy and loss of appetite. At this time, you also need to take the dog to the pet hospital for diagnosis and treatment in time.

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