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Why are my dog's nipples enlarged and producing milk after heat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Female | unspayed | 25 lbs

Hi ever since my dog had her first heat 6 months ago, her teats never went back to normal. She has a enlarged teats that looks like she had puppies before, but never she got expose to any male dogs or pregnant. She’s 1 year and 6 months now and after her heat her teats never went back flat and it used to have some milk that comes out when I squeeze them. Please help and thanks lots.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on November 8th, 2018

Hormones can affect the body, and it is possible this is a result of the hormones from being in heat. Another cause can be pseudopregnancy, where the body thinks it is pregnant even if it is not. Dogs may gain weight, produce milk or show other behaviors similar to pregnancy. It is best to bring Chanel into the vet for a complete exam to rule this and any other health conditions out.

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