Why is my unspayed dog licking her nipple and acting strange?

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Why does my dog lick her wound on her nipple? She was acting different as of recent. I’m a bit concerned because she’s never behaved this way. She’s hiding under my bed and into my pillows. She growled at me when I went to grab her from under the bed. It’s almost like she thinks she’s guarding something, cause her growl felt aggressive. She’s a 7 year old Yorkie, she hasn’t been neutered. Could this be a possible infection? Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | unspayed | 6 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

It certainly sounds like she may have a mammary gland infection or even a uterine infection and the growling is a warning not to touch her as she may be in pain or feels very vulnerable due to not feeling well. I would certainly take her to a vet or PetER tomorrow if she has not improved or is worse or does not eat or if she drinks more water than usual.

Why is my unspayed dog licking her nipple and acting strange?

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