[Shanoo]

I started living with my boyfirend over a year ago. I have a Chocolate Lab and and 2 cats. He has a shitzu-poodle mix that weighs not more than 14lbs.

When we first started living together everything seemed fine. The shipoo was always strange and was very close to my boyfriend and seemed to resent anyone else getting close to him.She also became close with me in that time. Other than that the dogs were fine together and there were no problems at all.

About 6 months ago the shipoo started urinating in the house by the back door. We scolded her when she was caught in the act which consisted of nothing more than a firm bad dog! What did you do!! After a few times of that she seemed to get the hint and stopped completly. About a month ago she started urinating upstairs on the carpet when people came to the house at first. She started acting really terrified of me for no reason at all and when i tried to call her to come down to go out for pee time she would not come. I went and picked her up and she peed all over me. Now she does it all the time when i talk to her. I have not and will not lay a hand on animals and ive done nothing to lose her trust this way. She barks loudly when anyone gets
near my boyfriend and and also when someone comes down the stairs. She pees on the carpet on the couch and now this morning as i woke and went to put my Pj pants on my kitty started pawing at the drawstring and i played with him a bit. I looked back and the shipoo was behind me shaking and acting in her normal jealous way. I said good morning and went to pet her and she peed all over the bed and would not stop.

This is getting out of hand and my boyfriend loves this dog very much so i was wondering if anyone had any ideas on what can be done to curb this problem before it gets anymore out of hand. She is 11 years old but i thought this breed lives between 18 and 22 years.

[CorkyMax]

Originally Posted by Shanoo

I started living with my boyfirend over a year ago. I have a Chocolate Lab and and 2 cats. He has a shitzu-poodle mix that weighs not more than 14lbs.

When we first started living together everything seemed fine. The shipoo was always strange and was very close to my boyfriend and seemed to resent anyone else getting close to him.She also became close with me in that time. Other than that the dogs were fine together and there were no problems at all.

About 6 months ago the shipoo started urinating in the house by the back door. We scolded her when she was caught in the act which consisted of nothing more than a firm bad dog! What did you do!! After a few times of that she seemed to get the hint and stopped completly. About a month ago she started urinating upstairs on the carpet when people came to the house at first. She started acting really terrified of me for no reason at all and when i tried to call her to come down to go out for pee time she would not come. I went and picked her up and she peed all over me. Now she does it all the time when i talk to her. I have not and will not lay a hand on animals and ive done nothing to lose her trust this way. She barks loudly when anyone gets
near my boyfriend and and also when someone comes down the stairs. She pees on the carpet on the couch and now this morning as i woke and went to put my Pj pants on my kitty started pawing at the drawstring and i played with him a bit. I looked back and the shipoo was behind me shaking and acting in her normal jealous way. I said good morning and went to pet her and she peed all over the bed and would not stop.

This is getting out of hand and my boyfriend loves this dog very much so i was wondering if anyone had any ideas on what can be done to curb this problem before it gets anymore out of hand. She is 11 years old but i thought this breed lives between 18 and 22 years.

Your dog is getting older and is considered a senior now. Have you had her for a senior exam lately and mentioned this problem---If dog was spayed too early or maybe even not so early---Think incontinence could be the issue here and dog can not help it. It could also be a sign of a lot of other things too. One thing it could be(and I quote from my home vet book): Dogs with failing kidneys are unable to concentrate their urine. They have a large urinary output and must drink more than usual to replace fluid losses. If they are not allowed to go outside as often as necessary, they may begin to make mistakes in the house. It is important to check kidney function in all incontinent dogs to be sure the incontinence does not have a medical basis.

That is only one thing of many things! You might want to put : dogs/incontinence in your browser also.

Note of warning! If ever Proin is mentioned ---READ THIS 'SAD' thread in here 1st!!!: Is your dog on PROIN? READ THIS!

This is a long well read thread that is very important to know about!!!!

[Lara's mom]

I don't think jealousy is the issue. It sounds far more likely that the dog has become incontinent or that she has become senile and has forgotten her toilet training.

I believe there are some excellent medications available for dealing with senility in dogs. You'd need to take the dog to the vet for a thorough check-up and describe what has been going on.

Please be very careful about any medication prescribed for incontinence. A number of members have lost their dogs to a medication called Proin which is prescribed for dogs who have become incontinent.

[Todd]

Here are some natural remedies to try when dealing with this problem;

Natural dog incontinence remedies can be used as an alternative treatment for the ailment. However, as mentioned in our general information page on dog incontinence, there are quite a few possible causes of urinary incontinence in dogs. Before we try any treatment, therefore, it is important that we get a proper diagnosis from our veterinarian to see if there is another problem or health issue causing the incontinence.


Herbal Dog Incontinence Remedies
Long-term use of some tonic herbs that strengthen and support the function of the bladder's smooth mucles can be effective in treating incontinence in dogs. Some such tonic herbs include:



Corn Silk

This herb supports normal urine flow and strong bladder emptying action. Corn silk also contains mucilage, which produces a soothing effect on the lining of the urinary tract.

Saw Palmetto

This herb is commonly used for its anti-inflammatory effects on mucous membranes. It also supports bladder control and muscle tone. In addition, it strengthens the prostate and normalizes sex hormone levels.

Oatstraw

Oatstraw contains estrogenic compounds and can help stimulate hormonal production in the body.

Wild Yam

This herb has anti-inflammatory properties and may help resolve urinary tract issues. Also, similar to oatstraw, wild yam has also been found to have hormone-normalizing effects.

Plaintain

Plaintain is widely used for various urinary ailments. It has anti-inflammatory effects on mucuous membranes.

Other tonic herbs

Other tonic herbs that are effective for incontinence include horsetail, uva ursi, marshmallow, yarrow, and rashberry leaf.

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Homeopathic Dog Incontinence Remedies
If your veterinarian has ruled out the fact that your dog's incontinence is caused by other ailments, you may want to work with a holistic vet to try using homeopathic remedies to treat the "leaky problem". The most commonly used homeopathic remedies for incontinence are:

Bryonia

If your dog leaks urine when she is walking, this remedy is appropriate.

Cantharis

This remedy is effective for soothing irritation of the mucous membranes. It supports the urinary bladder and the urethra and is beneficial for dogs with frequent urges to urinate.

Causticum

This remedy is a good choice for incontinence due to old age and muscle weakness.

Equisetum

Equisetum (the herbal equivalent is Horsetail), which is a tissue healing astringent, is useful for dogs with a dull aching in the bladder.

Ferrum Phosphoricum

This remedy is especially well known for its effect on infections, especially in their early stages.

Pulsatilla

Your dog needs this remedy if she has a very weak urethral sphincter muscle (a sphincter is a circular muscle at the end of the urethra. It restricts urine flow.).

Dogs with weak sphincter muscles spill urine easily, especially when they are excited, or when they are sleeping or resting.

Kreosotum

If you suspect that your dog's leaky problem is due to stress or emotional problems, try this remedy.

Natural Dog Incontinence Remedies - Good Products

An effective homeopathic remedy for dog incontinence is:

PetAlive Better-Bladder Control

This homeopathic formula contains some of the homeopathic remedies mentioned above (Cantharis, Causticum, Equisetum, Ferrum Phosphoricum). It strengthens the bladder to improve control and supports the sphincter muscles of the urethra, thereby reducing "accidents".

An effective natural herbal product for dog incontinence is:

Only Natural Pet Canine Bladder Control

This formula contains a powerful combination of herbs (e.g. corn silk, saw palmetto), hormone-supportive botanicals, and Vitamin B6 that work together to help normalize your dog's bladder muscle function and maintain bladder health. Ideal for spayed and senior dogs to help them maintain bladder control.

Another natural remedy that is a unique combination of herbal extracts and homeopathic ingredients is:

LoveMyPet Kidney-Bladder Relief

It is effective for relief of frequent urination associated with excitement, physical exertion, urinary tract infections, or aging.