DISCUSSION GUIDE
Talking with your veterinarian about urinary incontinence
Since urinary incontinence may be new to you, here are some questions that your veterinarian may ask to help in the diagnosis (along with tests like urine culture, blood tests, abdominal imaging, or ultrasound).
Talking with your veterinarian about urinary incontinence
Since urinary incontinence may be new to you, here are some questions that your veterinarian may ask to help in the diagnosis (along with tests like urine culture, blood tests, abdominal imaging, or ultrasound).
Having the answers at your first appointment will help facilitate the discussion.
The more throughly you answer each question, the better informed your veterinarian will be during your visit.
After the diagnosis
Once your dog is diagnosed with urinary incontinence caused by weak muscles in the urethral sphincter, ask your veterinarian about how to best treat your pet.
Here are some questions to help guide the conversation:
- Will PROIN ER™ (phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride extended-release tablets) keep my dog from accidental urination or leaks on the furniture
- Will I need to take her on walks more frequently?
- Are there any side effects of treatment?
- What signs should I be concerned about?
- Do I need to give my pet more water?
- Can I continue to feed my pet the same food?
- Can I still give my dog treats?
- What should I do if my pet is not behaving normally?
- How often do we need to come back to see you?
