Canine urinary incontinence is a common presentation in small animal practice。 The care required by the owners at home should not be underestimated， as a number of these dogs present with a request for euthanasia。 Many of the causes of incontinence are treatable; it is therefore the role of the veterinary surgeon to perform a thorough investigation in order to obtain a diagnosis and instigate appropriate therapy。 This article outlines the initial approach to an incontinent dog and discusses the specific diagnostics and treatment options available。
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