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Why is my pregnant dog's vulva still swollen after discharge?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | 1 year and 2 months old | 59 lbs

My dog having some discharge during 6th week of pregnancy it like cream and pus and some smell was their my vet suggested me to give antibiotics Now the discharge is not coming but my dog vulva is still swollen

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 28th, 2018

I agree with your veterinarians, there may have been an infection of the uterus which requires antibiotics. The swollen vulva could be a normal finding but in my opinion the vitality of the puppies should be checked by performing an ultrasound . Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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