There are different health conditions that are common to specific breeds of cats and dogs. UTIs or urinary tract infections are often found in all dog breeds. Smaller dogs like the Pomeranian, however, may have these infections a little more frequently. If you notice your pup is drinking much more water, urinating excessively, and appears to be feeling unwell, call your vet and schedule an exam. If possible, check your pup’s urine for any signs of blood or discoloring as this can also indicate a UTI. In most cases, your vet will test your pup’s urine and send it out to a lab. Once the strand of infection or bacteria in the urine is detected an antibiotic can be prescribed. Your vets Oshawa, ON may not wait for the results and prescribe an antibiotic and pain med ahead of time. Once the test results come back, meds can be adjusted accordingly.