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Why is my 9-year-old unspayed chihuahua bleeding? Is it stress?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 9 years and 6 months old

Is it possible that a 9 years non spayed chihuahua female dog has her period because stress?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on May 13th, 2017

No, stress should not alter her normal heat cycle. Older non neutered females are very prone to womb infections which can be severe and life threatening. Any changes in timing, volume or color is a concern and full health check would be recommended as soon as possible, urgently if any fever, vomiting or weakness is present

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