QuestionI have a miniature daschund who is currently almost four months old. Her urethra is a little swollen and red, is it too early for her to go into heat? I thought she would be 8-9 months before this happened. Could she have a urinary tract infection? Thanks for your help.
AnswerGenerally that is a little young to go into heat but certainly at five to six months old she could. Is she licking a lot? Any spots of blood? That could mean early heat. Is there blood in her urine or is it darkish yellow in color? Is there a slight discharge? Those signs are not necessary with an UTI but can give you an indication. I just took my dachshund to the vet and found he (boys get them too!) had a UTI - the only sign was licking a lot. I suggest taking her to the vet - they can take a urine sample and check - UTIs are no fun!
