Pyometra in dogs | expert vet guide

I need to talk to you about a condition called pionitra. It's a serious womb infection, mostly affecting older, unspayed female dogs, and it can be really dangerous if it's not caught in time. But don't worry, I'm Lauren LeVette, and I'll tell you what to look out for and how we can prevent it. Every time your dog has a heat cycle, the lining of their womb thickens. This means the chance of a womb infection goes up with age. These aren't the easiest to spot, and you'll need a good eye. They might include over-tiredness, drinking more water than normal, smelly discharge, your dog might stop moving around so much, she might vomit, or even lose her appetite. If you spot any of these signs, especially if she's just been in season, get in touch with your vet right away. The sooner we treat pionitra, the better, and treatment usually means surgery to remove the infected womb. Most dogs bounce back well after surgery, but it's safer to act quickly before she's seriously ill. Sometimes your vet will also prescribe medication, fluids, and pain relief. Still, if we catch it early, your dog will probably be fine. There's a very simple way to prevent pionitra. Have your dog spayed as soon as she is old enough. When she's spayed, we remove the womb and ovaries so there is nothing to become infected. This also means no one wants her puppies and we'll make her healthier overall. Spaying is best to protect her long-term health. It's safe and it's effective. If you found this video helpful, like and subscribe to our channel for more vet advice.