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<Kidney and Urinary Tract Disorders of Dogs

PET OWNER VERSION The Urinary System of DogsBySherry Lynn Sanderson, DVM, PhD, DACVIM-SAIM, DACVIM-Nutrition, Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of GeorgiaReviewed/Revised Jun 2018 | Modified Sept 2024v3207776

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Urinary system in male dogs

Urinary system in female dogs

The urinary system or tract includes the kidneys, the ureters (tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder), the bladder, and the urethra (the tube through which urine exits the body). The urinary system has several important functions. It gets rid of the waste products that are created when food is transformed into energy. It also maintains the correct balance of water and electrolytes (salts) within the body’s cells. Another key function is the production of hormones called erythropoietin and renin, which are important in maintaining healthy blood pressure, producing blood cells, and absorbing salt correctly. Finally, the urinary system processes vitamin D.

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