Hi all...I used to be a member of this site a few years ago. I'm happy to be back.

I'm hoping for some help. Jester is a 9 year old pit boxer mix. He leaks. He urinates normally when he goes out which is more than enough times for hIm to eliminate and empty his blatter.

We've tried antibiotics and other mess prescribed by the vet. Just wondering if any of you have experienced this.

Thanks

How long has this been a problem?

In any sort of Boxer at this age we worry about tumors which can affect the nerves running the
bladder, the sphincter (closing mechanism of the bladder), or even a tumor in the bladder itself.

Also, some old fellas can just be plain "out of shape" in all areas, obesity can contribute. If that is the case mild exercise, walks beginning slowly, can increase tone in all muscles. Do the muscles of his tail and hind legs work ok? Or does he just shuffle along? Sometimes the nerves running the bladder can be compromised by a pinched nerve in the spine. A weak hind end might point ones thinking in that direction.

Is he drinking tons of water? Some conditions (kidney) can have the dog drinking so much that the bladder just overflows overnight.

Sadly, I can't think of any quick fix --the antibiotics (for possible urinary tract infection) were the only quick answer, and it sounds like that didn't work, though it ruled out infection as a cause. To get to the bottom of this, you'll need to find the cause...and that could be complicated, and expensive.

I'm wishing you the best.

Did the vet check his prostate especially if he's intact? Enlarged prostate can also cause some leakage.

He is neutered. Yes he said the prostate is ok. He is now suggesting X-rays to check for stones. Jeter is not uncomfortable or in any pain. I hate going through very expensive tests for nothing.

Yes, further testing will cost some money, but I personally wouldn't feel it's for nothing, if it gives you answers one way or another. I guess what you do now depends on how comfortable you are with his leaking and the clean-up involved, etc. I'm not sure how minor or major this issue is.

Whether you have further testing done or not, you still have to manage the leaking. You may already be aware of these products, but if not, you might want to check into something like this:

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=24773

Read the reviews for ideas about how they work, and using disposable pads inside to absorb the urine. Most people sound really satisfied with them.

The leaking is bad enough that the house smells. Its a major issue. Im going to take a look at what you suggest. Thank you very much

Dogs hide pain incredibly well so I wouldn't assume that he is pain free. At nine years old I would definitely be wanting to do further testing to try and get to the bottom of this. It's not normal.