This Morning fans were left utterly appalled today after a woman phoned into the show to confess that her beloved dog has been unwell for eight months — yet she hadn’t taken her to the vet.
The woman, named Zoe, called in to speak with TV vet Dr. Scott Miller, and left viewers horrified when she explained that her dog has been urinating blood for a staggering eight months. In an emotional admission, Zoe said she had been too scared to take her sick pet to the vet due to a recent, devastating loss: her son had passed away.
However, fans were quick to voice their fury, as they couldn’t believe what they were hearing, especially when Zoe revealed that her dog’s urine was sometimes “pure blood.” The emotional moment unfolded on today’s live segment, where hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard were joined by Dr. Scott, who is a regular expert on the show’s pet care segment.
Dr. Scott patiently listened to Zoe’s heartbreaking story and gently expressed his understanding of her pain, having recently lost her son. “I hear that you lost your son recently, so I can understand you’re feeling very tender and sensitive,” he said. However, despite the sympathy, viewers had little patience for the extended delay in getting medical care for her dog.
Viewers’ Fury: ‘Unbelievable Neglect’
On Twitter (now X), outraged fans didn’t hold back. One viewer vented: “Makes me so angry when people abuse animals — and neglect is abuse. That poor dog is unwell and no doubt in a great deal of pain based on its symptoms. Dogs mask pain to try to please us. Only a vet can help with serious issues like peeing blood. Inexcusable.”
Another tweeted: “I can’t understand why she’s phoning a TV show instead of taking her dog to the vet 8 months ago. Absolutely shocking!”
A third viewer raged: “Weeing blood for months? Sorry, but she has neglected that dog. Yes, I get there’s been a lot of personal trauma, but this is a pet’s life we’re talking about!”
Even a fourth viewer wrote: “8 months letting your dog pee blood?! Selfish!”
One fan even demanded action, saying: “Leaving your dog for 8 months peeing blood? She should be reported to the RSPCA!”
This Morning’s Dr Scott received a call about a dog who has been urinating blood for eight months (Credit: ITV)
The Urgent Plea for Help
Dr. Scott did his best to encourage Zoe to take immediate action and visit a veterinarian. He explained that the symptoms could point to cystitis, a urinary tract infection (UTI), or even bladder stones — all conditions that could be extremely painful for the dog and require urgent care.
“Please, Zoe, take your dog to the vet,” Dr. Scott urged. “Trust them. They can help.”
This Morning fans were furious to hear about the lady’s unwell dog (Credit: ITV)
After much persuasion, Zoe promised that she would take her Shih Tzu to see a vet, but the damage had already been done. The incident has sparked a national conversation about the importance of responsible pet care and seeking professional help when an animal is in distress.
As viewers continue to express their disgust, it’s a stark reminder of the responsibility pet owners bear — and the consequences of neglecting those who depend on us for love and care.
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