This is normal and doesn't require any extra attention. A simple wipe or bath will often do the trick, but while she has discharge, you may also consider keeping her bedding clean and keeping her at home and isolated, especially from intact male dogs.
Conclusion: Your dog's penis is an important area and one that needs to be regularly cleaned. Neglecting to do so can lead to unpleasant odours and even painful skin conditions. To keep your pup happy and healthy it is essential to get into the habit of regular cleaning.
Wet a plain cloth with water. Use non-perfumed puppy wipes. Make sure they contain no harsh chemicals or other nasties that may sting. If a little dry and crusty, use warm salty water on a clean cloth.
Vaginal discharge, depending on the type and circumstances, may be considered normal in some cases. However, its presence may also signify a disease process of the urinary tract or reproductive tract in dogs.
Overview of Vaginal Discharge in Dogs
Vaginal discharge may be clear and watery (serous), bloody, thick and gray (mucous), yellow/green (purulent), or dark green/black (after giving birth).
Proestrus is the start of the heat period where your dog's body is preparing to mate and averages about nine days, but can last from three to 17 days. Her vulva will swell and you may notice a blood-tinged discharge,1 but many dogs are fastidious about messes and will clean themselves before you notice.
A reddish-brown mucous vaginal discharge after whelping is normal for about three weeks. If the discharge looks like pus, becomes bright red, is of a large amount or lasts longer than three weeks, call the doctor.
A small amount of yellow-white or slightly green-tinged discharge from the end of your dog's prepuce is usually the normal smegma, which is made of dead cells and other material that collects within the enclosed space of a dog's prepuce.
Puppy vaginitis usually resolves when the puppy matures and goes through her first estrus, although some cases may not improve. Most puppies don't show any signs, but others may have sticky, cloudy, white/yellow discharge (the amount will vary), and crusty hair around the vulva.
The earliest sign of estrus is swelling or engorgement of the vulva, but this swelling is not always obvious. Bloody vaginal discharge is often the first sign that an owner notices when their dog comes into heat.
No, it is not recommended that you use baby wipes on dogs, or any other pets. That's because the pH level on human skin is different to dogs so baby wipes are unsafe because they may cause irritation or itching.
While not as intensively as cats, dogs also lick themselves to stay clean. Males and females may lick their genitals after urinating and their anal region if feces are stuck their fur. Excessive licking can indicate something sinister like allergies or UTIs, so beware of other symptoms like rashes or discharge.
They need to keep their genitals clean from dirt and discharge, and they don't use toilet paper for their anal region, so their tongue is the way to do it. Also, dogs don't have any body hang-ups. They aren't ashamed to groom their crotch regardless of who's watching.
Dog bath wipes are an excellent choice if someone is allergic to dog dander. Weekly baths with a gentle shampoo is a must, but daily wipe downs with dog wipes are smart because they'll remove outdoor allergens from your dog's coat, which usually causes a reaction for most allergy prone people.
A daily full bath is more than what most dogs need. So a bath mixed with rinsing or wiping him down is a very good plan. You can tell if his skin is getting too dry if you see seborrhea ("dandruff") or dry skin flakes. If his skin looks healthy – you are probably doing just fine and not over-doing it.
A dog's physical anatomy is slightly different than the anatomy of humans, which may be why we need to always wipe and they do not have to. I know this sounds quite odd but a dog should not need their bottom wiped unless it is messy or they are sick.
What causes urinary incontinence in dogs? Pets can be incontinent for many reasons, including abnormalities in parts of the brain and spinal cord that control bladder function, birth defects, and disease. As pets age, they may become incontinent because muscles that hold urine in the bladder weaken.
Clear and stretchy — This is “fertile” mucous and means you're ovulating. Clear and watery — This occurs at different times of your cycle and can be particularly heavy after exercising. Yellow or green — May indicate an infection, especially if it's thick or clumpy like cottage cheese or has a foul odor.
Color: Vaginal discharge is healthy if it's clear, milky white or off-white. Dark yellow, brown, green or grey discharge may indicate an infection or other issue. Smell: Vaginal discharge may have an odor, but it shouldn't be strong and shouldn't be unpleasant.
When a dog is in heat (receptive to mating), her vulva becomes swollen, and a bloody discharge will be evident. This heat period usually lasts for a week or two but can vary widely between dogs. After being in heat, the bleeding should stop, and the vulva returns to its normal appearance.
In most cases, heat is fairly easy to detect because of the bloody vaginal discharge. There may also be what is sometimes referred to as "silent heat". In this case, there is no bloody vaginal discharge and the vulva does not swell. The problem here is that heat is not noticed and therefore no action is taken.
Also, female dogs that aren't spayed can get pyometra, a uterine infection. The life-threatening condition causes bloody or pus-like discharge that's smelly. To treat it, vets surgically remove the uterus and ovaries (spay). The bottom line: If your furry pal has a funky aroma, see a vet.
Preputial discharge may consist of blood, urine, or pus. The normal dog should have no discharge, although a small amount of whitish yellow “smegma” can accumulate around the preputial opening and is not considered clinically significant. There are many potential causes.
A blood tinged vaginal discharge lasts for seven to ten days and precedes estrus or true heat. The vaginal discharge changes from red to yellowish in color during true heat. At this stage, females are receptive to males and may be successfully bred.