Use a clean, sterile container provided by your veterinarian if possible
Take your dog outside on a leash
Wait until the dog starts to urinate
Slide the container under the urine stream without touching the dog
Collect a midstream sample if possible
Remove the container before the dog finishes urinating
Secure the lid tightly immediately after collection
Label the sample with your dog’s name and the time collected
Deliver the sample to your veterinarian as soon as possible
Refrigerate the sample if there is a delay, unless your veterinarian instructs otherwise