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My spayed dog's nipples are suddenly showing. Is this normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 2 months old | 150 lbs

My spayed dog is suddenly showing nipples for about two days now.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on October 11th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Her nipples look normal at least in this picture. I would not worry about it as long as they do not look abnormal or irritated which does not appear to be the case. Good luck and have a good day!

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