Species: Dog
Condition: Ectopic Ureters
Organ System: Urogenital
Ectopic ureter is a congenital anomaly wherein the ureter opens somewhere other than into the bladder. Dogs with ectopic ureters could empty urine into the urethra, or in the uterus or vagina (in females). The defect more frequently occurs in females than in males and is most commonly identified in dogs 3 to 6 months old. At increased risk for the condition are West Highland White Terriers, Fox Terriers, and Miniature and Toy Poodles. Common sign of ectopic ureter is continuous dripping of urine; in females, this causes inflammation of the vagina or vulva. Treatment involves surgically moving the ureter to the correct place or in severe cases, the affected ureter and the accompanying kidney is removed.
Breeds exposed to Ectopic Ureters – Research Reference
Bouvier Des Flandres Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Bouvier Des Flandres – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
To learn more about Ectopic Ureters or any other condition we invite you to search this website. Even better, pick up the phone and call your vet. Your vet knows your pet better than anyone else and is a fountain of information.
This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
For Petmed Pet Health Insurance – pre-existing condition exclusion applies. Annual Benefit Limits and excess amounts vary based on pet health insurance plans.
