Papillon (Detailed Introduction)

       We know that if a person's body temperature is high, the urine color also tends to be more yellow, so sometimes the body's condition can be reflected through urine color. The same applies to dogs. What does abnormal color of dog urine indicate? It is likely that some parts of the body have problems, or the body temperature is high, or it is due to illness. Therefore, this issue should also be paid attention to.

       Abnormal urine color is extremely unusual and requires a vet to examine the urine to determine the cause of the discoloration. Red urine may be caused by blood in the urine, the breakdown of a protein called "hemoglobin" in the blood, or a muscle protein called "myoglobin". Orange urine may contain bilirubin. When there is liver disease or red blood cell destruction, the concentration of bilirubin in the urine increases. If orange urine appears, and the eyes, skin, or gums also turn yellow or orange, the problem is serious and immediate veterinary attention is required. Clear urine after drinking plenty of water may be because the urine is being produced in large amounts. Cloudy urine may indicate infection, as bladder cells and mucus are discharged mixed in the urine.

       Therefore, the causes of abnormal urine color in dogs are numerous. Apart from dietary issues, most are due to diseases. When abnormal urine color is noticed in dogs, we should pay enough attention and take them for a checkup to prevent illness.