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My spayed Shih Tzu has vaginal staining that looks like blood.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | spayed | 9 years and 2 months old | 12 lbs

My 9 year old shitzu has been neutered . I noticed her vaginal area seems stained of what could be blood.

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Answered By Emily, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 18th, 2017

This could be a yeast infection. Sometimes applying a medicated pet shampoo and preventing any licking for a few days is helpful. If this gets worse Lea may need stronger medication from her veterinarian

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