BLOOD DRIPPING FROM PENIS IN MALE DOGS
WHAT THIS SYMPTOM USUALLY MEANS
Blood dripping from the penis usually points to prostate disease, urinary infection, or urethral inflammation.
MOST COMMON CAUSES
MILD
• Mild urethral irritation
MEDICAL
• BPH
• Prostatitis
• Cystitis
• Stones
• Urethral polyps
EMERGENCY
• Urethral obstruction
• Prostatic abscess
RED FLAGS
• Straining
• Pain
• Fever
• Urinating only drops
• If unsure, treat as urgent.
AT-HOME CARE
None—requires veterinary exam.
WHAT A VETERINARIAN WILL CHECK
• Urinalysis
• Ultrasound
• Prostate exam
• Culture
MOST LIKELY DIAGNOSES
• BPH
• Infection
• Stones
WHEN TO SCHEDULE A VISIT
Today: any penile bleeding
LONGEVITY IMPACT
Bleeding often indicates advancing prostate disease that affects lifespan.
LONGEVITY CONSULT
Useful for intact males with hormone-driven enlargement.