How long after drinking water does a dog need to pee?

It would depend on the age of the dog. A three month old pup should be taken out every three hours, an adult dog can hold it for four to five hours. Typically, dogs urinate within 15 to 30 minutes after drinking water, depending on hydration and activity. Delayed urination might indicate urinary tract infections, bladder stones, or kidney issues. Ensure regular bathroom breaks and monitor water intake.

A dehydrated pup won’t necessarily urinate less. Some conditions can even make a dog urinate more, despite being dehydrated. You should speak to your vet if your pooch is peeing more or less than usual, or if you are concerned that they’re dehydrated. Your dog should always have access to water. The amount of water they should drink daily depends on their age, size, activity level, diet, medical conditions and treatments. If you notice your pup drinking more in situations they’re unsure about, it could be their way of taking a break from things. Speak to your vet for specific advice for your dog, or if you notice a change in their drinking habits. Seek urgent veterinary care if you think your dog could be overheating, or showing signs of heat stroke. How much water should a dog drink a day is not only influenced by the factors mentioned above, but also does not provide information on when a dog needs to pee after drinking water.

He drank a bunch of water at 7pm. I took him potty at 9:15pm, and he peed and pooped. Then at 10:30pm, he was standing there looking at me, and I couldn't figure out if he was just standing or peeing. And during the 4s that I was debating if he was peeing or not, turns out, he peed a bunch. I feel like when I took him out at 9:15pm, his pee was not very long. So I'm wondering if the massive amount of water he drank hadn't reached his bladder by that point, but by the time he had his accident was when all the water he drank finally hit his bladder.