Pghgirl40
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I having had dogs from birth to 17 1/2 years old, I always recommend any changes in bladder habits to call the vet first! Our boy now gets UTIs frequently and our vet is so good she lets us bring a sample when this happens and not him (developing a good relationship with you vet is so important!).
Hopefully he will get a clean bill of health and then the vet can talk to you about maybe doing a little retraining with the crate or if it is age incontinence, the vet may talk to you about medications or diapers.
We used diapers on our girlie from age 15 1/2 to 17 1/2 and she was fine with them. They improved her quality of live tremendously! She was a tiny thing and wore a human baby 1 size. Human diapers are much cheaper, better at wicking away moisture from the pup, and don't leak. Doggie diapers are horrible.
If you have friends with babies...see if they can give you a sample diaper to try (I am thinking a toddler size for a boxer.)
There are reusable diapers on sites like Chewy and I am all for protecting the environment, so maybe you can have better luck with these for a bigger dog....for a little gal,they did not work.
Prayers for the pup!!
Judy
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Older dogs can develop weakened muscles, due to incontinence. Check with the vet. The vet can also tell if there is a urinary tract infection, which would cause him to lose control of urine.
haysie
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I would take you Boxer into the vet to have a general check-up, it sounds like he might have a bladder infection, I am sure it must be worrisome to you as the dog is getting old . The vet would tell you what the problem is and possibly prescribe medication for the dog. I do hope he will be better soon for you.
Lizzyanny
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Any number of things can cause incontinence. Bladder infections, diabetes, kidney issues. You will need to get your dog checked out. Most issues can be dealt with without too much fuss.
September 30, 20180 found this helpful
Your dog is still young but he could be having an incontinence problem. You should have him checked for a UTI infection (or even diabetes) as the vet can prescribe medications for all of these things.
- Knowing for sure there if he has a problem will set your mind at ease so you can figure out how to help him at home.
- You will have to thoroughly clean any place in your house that he has had an accident or he will go back to that spot even if he is no longer having a problem.
- Regular cleaners will not remove the scent as dogs have better smelling abilities than humans and can detect even a tiny spot where they (or another animal) has gone before. Most people say they are marking their territory but the reason doesn't matter - just a solution matters.
- You will need to use an enzyme cleaner to remove the odor/smell and these can be found at any of the big box stores like Target, Walmart or Petsmart or you can find them online at Amazon or other online stores. There are many different formulas and some are more for cats than dogs (for odor it may not make a difference) so be sure to read the labels.
- Here are some sites that offer "advice" on which are the best products and some cannot be used on hardwood floors. You will have to make your own decision as there is no one product that everyone will agree on. I would suggest buying at a local store and purchase a smaller amount to see if it works for you.
- homequicks.com/best-brands-of-enzymatic-cleaners
- www.greenhome.com/.../a-guide-to-enzyme-cleaners
- Homemade enzyme cleaners do work but some take a lot more effort in making and using. Here is one formula that does work using household products.
- "The first solution most people try is a mixture of vinegar and baking soda. Mix a cup of white vinegar, two tablespoons of baking soda, and a cup of warm water then apply it to the stain while the whole mixture is still bubbling.
- Let it sit for five to ten minutes then grab a towel and scrub the offending area. This actually works pretty well in a lot of cases, but the smell of vinegar can be overpowering for some people. This is mostly good for taking care of odors but the vinegar can often cut through some staining as well.
- If youre working with tile or white carpet, then you might want to try a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda. Try mixing a cup of baking soda, a half cup of 2% hydrogen peroxide, and a dash of dish soap.
- Apply this mixture and scrub vigorously to get the most out of it. Youll want to vacuum the area afterwards if its on carpet."
- Here is information (from a university web site) about enzyme cleaners and how they work.
- Pet stain remover: Because enzymes react with biological molecules they are perfect for cleaning up nasty pet stains on upholstery, carpets, or hard floors. The enzymes will actually break down the proteins in the stain, meaning that not only will the stain be gone but you can also get rid of any persistent smells. Just blot up any remaining moisture, spray enzyme cleaner on the stain and let it soak for a couple of days, then scrub away.
- The enzymes that enzymatic cleaners leave behind linger on surfaces. They continue to work for up to 24 hours to fully remove dirt and odors. They can sometimes take several hours or days to finish their work, and they will be damaged by extreme conditions, so use them with warm (not hot) water and dont mix them with soap or other cleaners. When used correctly, though, enzyme cleaners are a safe, effective alternative to dangerous home cleaning products."
- I am stressing using these cleaners because no matter what is causing your boxer to wee in the house it will not stop until the old odor is removed.
