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Is vaginal discharge in my female dog normal? When to see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | unspayed | 12 lbs

My dog has something coming out of her vagina. Is this normal?

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 29th, 2018

This is not normal and could be a variety of causes. We can have a vaginal hyperplasia (especially in unspayed females), tumors in the vagina, hermaphrodite dogs with an enlarged clitoris, and prolapses of vagina and uterus. I would make an appointment to see your vet and if she is licking at the area put an e-collar on her until she is seen to prevent self-trauma. Treatment will depend on the cause. Best of luck!

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