My female dog is bleeding with clots. Is it heat or something serious?

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I rescued my dog daisy from a shed on my road so I’m not sure on much. She starting leaking drops of blood like she was in heat (first pic). It started looking more like blood clots (second pic) and when I woke up this morning I found the third pic. Just worried it’s more than being in heat. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | 68 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I know it is scary! It is very likely she is in heat. Especially if she is young and otherwise acting fine. If her vulva is also swollen it is very likely as well. As long as there is no rat/mouse poison exposure or increased urination or any other bruising on her skin or gum bleeding then being in heat is most likely. To be safe though make an appointment today so your Vet can examine her. If she is in heat then it is safe to spay her 6-8 weeks after the bleeding stops. Leash walk her only and do not let her out on her own so she can't get pregnant for the next 3 weeks. I wish you and Daisy the best!

My female dog is bleeding with clots. Is it heat or something serious?

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