Why is my female dog lactating but not pregnant and not eating?

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Doctor i ask past day whats da dogs lactation hormones .and answer was oxytocin ,bt doctor my female dog was alredy lactation bt she dose not pregnant , then how she can be it,and she dislike to eat anything ,im in serious problem doctor and my veterinarian said shes hormones was run short in her body. Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Male | 9 months and 7 days old | 92.5 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

A female dog can lactate and not be pregnant if she is experiencing a false pregnancy. I would recommend having her checked again by your vet if she isn't eating as well to make sure she isn't having a pyometra (infected uterus) event. I am not sure what hormones your vet said she was short in? Please clarify this in another post if needed. If she experiencing a false pregnancy, then you have to let it run its course. She will go back to normal after a few weeks. If she isn't eating however, get her seen and treated for any other underlying issues. You can also try offering her other types of food or even canned food that is more appetizing. Its also best not to touch her engorged mammary glands as this will only stimulate more milk let down. Here is more information on false pregnancy in dogs. https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952188 Best of luck with your pet. Take care!

Why is my female dog lactating but not pregnant and not eating?

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