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Why does my unspayed female dog have black dots on her vagina?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 11 months old | 38 lbs

Girl beagle 2 years old. Unspayed Black dots on her vagina....?

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Answered By Stacey Anstaett, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 26th, 2018

It could be a bacterial infection or a yeast infection. Generally these occur just due to the nature of the skin in the area--the environment is dark in the skin folds, and there is some moisture from the skin and sometimes from urine as well. If it is not bothering her (she is definitely not licking at it, etc) it could also be just waxy secretions/plugged hair follicles, etc. You can try using just plain Witch Hazel (available at any pharmacy) on a cotton swab or pad once or twice a day for a few days to see if that helps; however if it does not help or if this seems to irritate her skin further or if she does not like it when you do this, DO NOT CONTINUE TO ATTEMPT THIS METHOD. Take her to the vet. And if you do try just cleaning it at home, take her in if you aren't seeing an improvement within 2-3 days. Thanks for asking Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

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    Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is likely due to an infection. There is a very good chance that she has been licking at it which will help perpuate the infection. I recommend that you have her evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. In the meantime, consider using an e-collar to prevent her from licking at it if that is the case. You can find that online or at your local pet store. Good luck and have a good night!

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