Questions tagged [metritis]
What should I do if the mother dog has a retained placenta?
Category: Whelping
A retained placenta in a mother dog, also known as a retained afterbirth, is a condition where one or more of the placental membranes are not expelled from the uterus after the delivery of puppies. This is a serious condition that requires prompt attention, as it can lead to life-threatening complic...
What are the signs of a uterine infection postpartum?
Category: Whelping
Uterine infections in dogs, also known as postpartum metritis or pyometra, are serious conditions that can occur after giving birth. Recognizing the signs early is crucial for the health and well-being of the mother dog. Below is a detailed explanation of the signs, causes, and steps to take if you ...
What should I do if my dog has a retained puppy?
Category: Pregnancy
A retained puppy, also known as a retained fetus or retained placenta, is a serious condition that can occur during or after whelping (giving birth) in dogs. It happens when one or more puppies or placental tissues remain in the uterus instead of being expelled naturally. This condition can lead to ...
How do you handle a dog that has a history of complications after giving birth?
Category: Reproduction and Breeding
Handling a dog with a history of complications after giving birth requires careful planning, close monitoring, and proactive veterinary care. Postpartum complications in dogs, also known as postpartum disorders, can range from mild to severe and may include issues such as mastitis, metritis, eclamps...
What are the signs of a uterine infection after whelping?
Category: Whelping
Uterine infections after whelping, also known as postpartum metritis or pyometra, are serious conditions that can affect female dogs shortly after giving birth. Recognizing the signs early is crucial for ensuring the health and safety of both the mother and her puppies. Below is a detailed explanati...
How do I prevent my dog from developing a fever after whelping?
Category: Whelping
Preventing a fever in a dog after whelping, also known as postpartum fever or puerperal fever, requires careful attention to the mother's health, hygiene, and environment during and after the birthing process. Fever in postpartum dogs is often linked to infections, such as metritis (uterine infectio...
What should I do if my dog has a retained placenta?
Category: Pregnancy
A retained placenta in dogs is a serious condition that occurs when the placenta, or afterbirth, is not expelled from the uterus after the delivery of puppies. This condition can lead to severe complications, including infection, uterine inflammation (metritis), and even life-threatening sepsis if n...
How do I handle a dog with a history of postpartum complications?
Category: Pregnancy
Handling a dog with a history of postpartum complications requires careful planning, monitoring, and proactive care to ensure the health and safety of both the mother and her puppies. Postpartum complications in dogs can include issues such as mastitis, metritis, eclampsia, retained placenta, or dif...
How do I handle a dog with a history of infections after giving birth?
Category: Pregnancy
Handling a dog with a history of infections after giving birth requires careful attention to both the mother and her puppies. Postpartum infections, such as metritis (uterine infection) or mastitis (mammary gland infection), can pose serious risks to the health of the mother and her litter. Here’s...
How do you handle a dog that has a retained placenta?
Category: Reproduction and Breeding
A retained placenta in dogs is a serious condition that occurs when the placenta, or afterbirth, is not expelled from the uterus within a few hours after giving birth. This condition can lead to life-threatening complications such as infection, uterine inflammation (metritis), or sepsis if not addre...