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My dog's vagina is swollen and hanging. What if I can't afford a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 6 years and 6 months old

Are there any home remedies for my dogs swollen vagina? Its hanging. I have no monies.

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 8th, 2018

Her vagina could be swollen due to being in heat. The swelling will go away by itself after the heat is over. If the vagina is showing pustules or if there is purulent or smelly discharge then you need to take her to a vet as there are no home remedies for that. If you have financial concerns you can find help here: There are quite a few ways to get financial help with vet bills: https://www.youcaring.com/blog/2016/need-help-with-vet-bills https://www.avma.org/public/YourVet/Pages/Financial-assistance-for-veterinary-care-costs.aspx https://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets https://www.paws.org/cats-and-dogs/other-services/help-with-veterinary-bills/ http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html?credit=web_id98635957

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