My dog's nipple is red and swollen after heat. Should I see a vet?

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Hi, Just wondering if my dog needs to go in to client checked out. She’s 10 months old, just had her first heat and I think pseudo-pregnancy as all of her nipples have swollen. They have all started to go down back to normal but we have just noticed today that one of them is a lot bigger/more swollen than the others and is a reddish colour. I’m asking as I know they can get mastitis. Does it need to be checked out? Pet's info: Dog | Cockapoo | Female | unspayed | 10 months and 11 days old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Yes, I am afraid, dogs can get mastitis and the signs you describe can indeed point to mastitis. I think it is a good idea to have it checked out on Monday so it can be treated before it turns into a purulent mastitis (with pus). Make sure Bonnie does not lick the nipple as she can contaminate it with bacteria that way and also aggravate inflammation.

My dog's nipple is red and swollen after heat. Should I see a vet?

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