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My pregnant dog is bleeding and licking her vagina. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | 2 years and 2 months old | 34 lbs

My 40 days pregnant gsd having brownish black bleeding since morning she is licking her vagina constantly what she happen?

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on July 26th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I would have Hazel examined by a vet. I’d be worried about a miscarriage or a uterine infection (pyometra). Sadly there is nothing we can do about a miscarriage but a pyometra is serious and life threatening. The vet will do an exam, blood work, belly X-rays and maybe an ultrasound to see if the puppies are alive. I wish you and Hazel the best!

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