My dog has bloody discharge after uterine infection. What's it mean?

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your dog. She could have had a vaginal as opposed to a uterine infection causing the discharge you observed. I would discuss the use of Baytril with your veterinarian if you have not done so already. It is known to cause cartilage deformities so is generally not indicated during pregnancy or with young growing puppies. Hopefully this was already explained to you though. It may have been thought the infection was severe enough that it was worth these risks. I hope this information helps!

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Jimmy! If Jimmy has been having 1 month of bloody vaginal discharge then I do not think she is in heat. I would have her examined by a Vet to see if she has an infected uterus (pyometra). An infected uterus should be removed. I hope this helps and I wish Jimmy the very best!

If there is a discolored discharge, then she will need to see a vet. If there is an infected uterus, antibiotics keep it at bay but generally do not clear it completely. Often times surgery to spay her is indicated along with antibiotics. IF it goes untreated it can make her very ill and be life threatening.

I recommend to have Izzy examined by her veterinarian today. Dogs who are in heat will have a bloody discharge that is usually very light colored. Infections in the uterus can be severe and even fatal if not treated quickly so it’s best to have her checked for this today. Cancer and vaginitis are also possible. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

I see that Princess Marie isn't spayed. With the discharge you are mentioning, I'd be very concerned she has a pyometra. A pyometra is an infection of the uterus that is fatal without treatment. She needs to see a vet immediately. Please take her into one now.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Assie! Where is she bleeding from? Her vulva? Bleeding and purulent discharge from the vulva is common in an open pyometra, that means the infection is draining though an open cervix. The draining doesn't indicate that she is improving or will get better it just means that the cervix is open. There are 2 types of pyometras: 1) open and 2) closed. Closed are very serious because the uterus can get very big and rupture. I highly recommend having Assie spayed. Pyometras are life threatening. If you are not planning on breeding her I would proceed with removing her uterus. I would contact your Vet when they open and discuss the discharge and bleeding and see if they want to change their course of action. I hope this helps and I wish Assie the very best!

I think she should be rechecked. It sounds like she had an open pyometra or uterine infection. While the discharge could still be normal it's also possible that she needs antibiotics for a bit longer. Sometimes the injections and antibiotics do not completely clear the infection and surgery is necessary.