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My pregnant dog has green discharge. Is it an emergency?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cairn Terrier | Male | unneutered | 15 lbs

My cairn terrier is 7 weeks pregnant and today she started releasing a green discharge from her vagina. What does this mean? Should I be worried?

4 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 14th, 2017

This requires an immediate check up. Green discharge could be a sign of infection of the uterus and may compromise the pregnancy.
A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed.
Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on September 27th, 2018
This is a concerning sign which could be compatible with a uterine infection.
An immediate check up is required to confirm this clinical suspicion and treat appropriately. AN ultrasound may be needed to determine puppies' vitality.

Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on September 5th, 2019
I am sorry to hear about Lacey. A greenish discharge is concerning and could indicate and infection or if Lacey is near her due date it can be meconium (a puppy's first poop) and is indicative of fetal distress. Unfortunately there isn't anything you can do at home in these situations so I would recommend continuing to try to reach your vet and bringing her in for examination once available, or if it will be hours before your vet opens, going to an emergency clinic in your area if one is available.
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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on January 5th, 2019
These are signs of possible miscarriage and problems during labor.
A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm this clinical suspicion and treat appropriately. Possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) and c -section may be needed.
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