The Walking ClubShort answer: see your vet. PDSA says urinary incontinence is not normal, even if your dog is older, and should always be checked.
PDSA says many different conditions can cause urinary incontinence, and most of them are treatable. It reminds us that the dog is not doing it on purpose: they have lost control of their bladder. It says it is more common in middle-aged to older female dogs. VCA says it is usually seen as involuntary leaking of urine and that it may affect over 20 percent of spayed female dogs.
Call your vet and describe what you see, such as wet patches on bedding. Do not scold your dog. See adult dog accidents and peeing inside suddenly.
Protect the bedding and keep your dog dry and comfortable. Ask your vet for tips.
Your vet will look for the cause and tell you what is possible.
This article is general education, not veterinary advice. If your dog seems unwell, is in pain, or something changed suddenly, call your vet. If it could be an emergency, do not wait.
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