My dog is drinking lots of water a week after pyometra surgery. Is this normal?

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Post hysterectomy, for Pyometra, my dog is very thirsty all the time and drinking lots of water. Is this normal. Today is almost a week since her surgery. Pet's info: Dog | English Pointer | Female | spayed | 6 years and 2 months old

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Increased thirst and water consumption can be seen with a pyometra from the bacteria that are present in the uterus, but it would be a little unusual for these symptoms to continue one week after surgery. It might be a good idea to have Murlee rechecked by your vet - they might want to check blood work to make sure her kidneys are functioning okay since kidney disease can also occur secondary to a pyometra.

My dog is drinking lots of water a week after pyometra surgery. Is this normal?

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