The treatment of urinary incontinence in older dogs requires first determining the causative cause, because there are many causes of urinary incontinence in dogs. Only by treating the primary disease can the symptoms of urinary incontinence be eliminated. General treatment methods There are surgeries, medications, and acupuncture. At the same time, for the problem of dog urinary incontinence, owners can also choose to put diapers on their dogs, or strengthen training to let them urinate in designated places.

Causes of urinary incontinence in elderly dogs:

1. Nervous problems. There may be a problem with the nerve receptors, peripheral nerves, spinal cord, or even the brain that prevents the urinary function from being controlled. Once the cause is identified, medications that improve nerve conduction pathways can be used.

2. Loss of bladder storage function. Causes include urinary tract infection, pelvic infection, chronic inflammation, tumors, fecal obstruction, external pressure, bladder dysplasia, etc. As long as the cause is removed, normal bladder function can be restored.

3. Urethral disorders. Urethral dysplasia, acquired urethral insufficiency, urinary tract infection or inflammation, etc. Treatment options include surgery to correct the structure of the urethra, or medication.

4. Congenital structural malformation. Such as bladder exstrophy, open urachus, etc., most of which require surgery to treat.

5. Urine retention. These are secondary symptoms of some diseases, such as urinary stones, urethral stricture, etc., which can cause urine to remain in the bladder, and the primary disease needs to be treated in time.

6. Psychological factors. Some dogs will have urinary incontinence when they are excited or frightened. At this time, the owner should calm the dog's emotions.