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My pregnant dog is bleeding and losing fluid. Is it an emergency?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

I have a 8 year old xolti ( hair less dog) 45# she has always been very healthy not spayed has appointment in a week .she is having large amounts of fluid and blood leek or gush out from her vulva no heavy odor no pain that she shows. She is possibly pregnant about 4-5 weeks along lost wate and starting to get dehydrated.I have Ben giving her clean cool water and Pedialyte what can be the cause so I am prepared for the vet in the morning

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Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on April 8th, 2017

This is very concerning - she may be aborting a litter of puppes or may have an infection. I would recommend an urgent appointment and depending on the findings and an ultrasound scan an emergency spay operation may be recommended to prevent further blood loss. I recommend strict bed rest until you can arrange an emergency appointment
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  • Answered By Ann Dion, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Hello. From what you are describing I am worried that she may have a rupture in her uterus or a pyometra. These are both lofe threatening and you need to bring her to a vet NOW. Call around to find the local animal emergency hospital and get her in. Good luck with her! Do not give ANY mediacations at home, these can be very dangerous especially if her blood pressure is low from loss of blood.

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  • Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 7th, 2017

    How lovely of you to take in Spot! It is not normal for a dog to bleed at all during pregnancy, and it can be a sign of a spontaneous abortion. She has to see a vet as soon as possible for this. Please take her into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website.

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