Do Dogs Bleed After Mating?

While not necessarily a ‘normal’ thing, bleeding after mating can be a common occurrence in dogs. In most cases, it usually clears up in a few days. But other times it can be a sign that something more is wrong and can become worse if not treated.

Do Dogs Bleed After Mating?

There are several reasons that your dog could be bleeding after mating. In this article we will cover the causes, signs, and treatments for bleeding after mating. Read on to discover helpful advice on what to do if this happens to your dog.

Do All Female Dogs Bleed After Mating?

Some bleeding in the beginning of her heat cycle and her first mating is pretty normal. However continuous and/or excessive bleeding is not normal. Some spotting after mating is part of her cycle but if the bleeding goes on longer than a few days, she should see a vet.

How Long Do Female Dogs Bleed After Mating?

Your dog should bleed or have discharge after mating. It should stop  in 2-3 days.

Why Is My Dog Still Bleeding After Days, Weeks After Mating?

While it can be part of their estrus cycle, any bleeding should only last about a week or 9 days. If it lasts any longer, it could be a sign of injury, illness, or infection. You should bring your dog to the vet to make sure your dog is alright.

Is Bleeding After Mating Normal For Female Dogs?

Some spotting or bleeding is ‘normal’ for a female dog after mating. But if she is experiencing prolonged heavy bleeding this can be a sign of injury or infection.

Do You Breed A Female Dog When She Is Bleeding?

The first few days of her estrus cycle, your dog will bleed and it will be thick but then it turns watery and only slightly tinged with blood. During the first seven to ten days of this cycle, she will not be receptive or allow mating.

Can Dogs Get Pregnant If They Don’t Bleed After Mating?

It is possible for your dog to get pregnant even if she doesn’t bleed after mating. This is a condition called ‘silent heat’ when they ovulate but don’t show any signs of bleeding. Absence of bleeding can also be due to a health issue unrelated to her cycle.

Can Dogs Mate While Bleeding?

Yes, dogs can mate and get pregnant while bleeding. At this point in her cycle, the blood coming out should be watery, lighter, and thinner.

How Soon After Bleeding Can A Female Dog Mate Again?

You can arrange for a ‘stud service’ or another mating session 24 to 48 hours apart.

Should I Be Concerned If My Female Dog Doesn’t Bleed After Mating?

It is not uncommon for a dog to bleed after mating. However, if she doesn’t bleed after mating, this isn’t necessarily a problem either. Not all female dogs bleed after mating. You can consult with your vet when your dog is going through the mating process to make sure everything is okay.

Can Bleeding After Mating Be A Sign Of A Health Problem In Dogs?

If the bleeding after mating is excessive and/or lasts more than a few days, it could be a sign of  a health problem in your dog.

How Can I Prevent My Dog From Bleeding Excessively After Mating?

One of the things you can do is keep a close eye on your dog during the experience. This will make any possible injuries less likely. Another thing you can research and educate yourself on the process so that you can take any and all preemptive measures to make sure the interaction is safely executed.

Can I Still Walk My Dog While She’s Bleeding After Mating?

You should maybe let your dog rest for a day or two after mating. If she is at all bleeding from her cycle or from the mating, it should stop after a few days. After that, it should be safe to walk your dog at this time.

Should I Take My Dog To The Vet If She’s Bleeding After Mating?

If your dog is showing signs of atypical discharge, excessive bleeding, redness in her genital area, has diarrhea or vomiting,  you should take her to the vet.

What Are Some Signs That My Dog May Be In Pain Or Discomfort After Mating?

Your dog may lick excessively at her private area, act depressed or lethargic, increase thirst, and/or an atypical discharge.

What Other Behaviors Should I Look Out For In My Dog After Mating?

You should look for signs such as weight gain, increased appetite, tiring easily, acting more affectionate, and irritability. These are all signs that your dog could be or is pregnant.

Can Male Dogs Bleed After Mating?

It is possible for a male dog to bleed during. If this happens it would be most probable that he has a condition called paraphimosis. The dog’s penis gets stuck in the sheath which covers it.

Is It Normal For Male Dogs To Bleed After Mating?

It isn’t necessarily normal for a dog to bleed after mating, but it does happen. Usually, it’s not a lot and shouldn’t last long.

What Could Cause A Male Dog To Bleed After Mating?

There are several reasons that a male dog would bleed after mating. They could get a prostate infection or the urinary tract could get blocked. They could also experience paraphimosis. These conditions should not be left untreated, so if you think your dog has any of these conditions, you should take him to the vet immediately.

How Long Does It Take For A Male Dog To Stop Bleeding After Mating?

If your dog has a minor injury, he shouldn’t bleed for a long time. But if the bleeding is excessive and/or prolonged or an injury goes untreated, it could turn into a severe situation.

#Why Is My Female Dog Bleeding After Mating?

There are different types of injuries a female dog can sustain during and after mating. One is when the male dog-or stud- can suddenly pull out during tie. This can cause the female dog to bleed. Another way your female dog can bleed after mating is if the stud gets aggravated or aggressive with the female dog, causing injury.

 

Normal Heat Cycle (Estrus)

Female dogs go through a heat cycle that has multiple stages. Estrus is the stage when she can get pregnant. This heat cycle has similarities to a human woman’s period. However, the bleeding signifies the start of the heat cycle rather than the end.

Trauma During Mating

Your dog could endure physical trauma during mating that can result in tears and other injuries that can cause bleeding.

Infection Or Inflammation

Uterine infections can also cause your dog to bleed after mating. If you believe that your dog has an infection, it’s important to take your dog to the vet for an examination and medication.

Vaginal Injury

Sometimes when a female dog is mounted during mating, the penetration can cause tears.There are other types of vaginal injury that she could sustain while or after mating.

Cervical Injury

Similarly to vaginal injuries, your dog can also sustain cervical injuries. The blood or discomfort is excessive, you should take her to the vet to be checked out.

Foreign Body

Foreign bodies such as the male dog’s penis during mating can cause injury to your female dog. Her vaginal area can tear, become infected, or otherwise injured. All of these instances can cause spotting or bleeding after mating.

Bleeding Disorders

Bleeding disorders-such as von Willebrand’s Disease-can make your dog’s blood thinner. When the blood is too thin, it can cause your dog to bleed excessively when cut or otherwise injured.

Hormonal Imbalance

Another thing that can cause trauma for a female dog during mating can be hormonal imbalance. These types of imbalances can be the reason for irregular bleeding both during and after mating. You can have your dog examined and tested for hormonal imbalances; and they may recommend regulating treatments.

Tumors

Injuries from mating can include developing tumors. Many times it can be a uterine tumor which can stem from the uninhibited and dysfunctional growth of cells of the uterus.  These tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or cancerous.

Von Willebrand’s Disease

VWD is an inherited bleeding disorder that can occur in people and in dogs. The lack of a von Willebrand factor can make the blood clotting process difficult or abnormal.

Pyometra

Pyometra is a type of infection that can occur due to the changes of your dog’s hormones. If she goes through multiple cycles without getting pregnant, her hormones can cause her uterus lining to become too thick and grow bacteria. Puss, diarrhea, vomiting and atypical discharge are all symptoms.

Medications

Certain medications can cause side effects like spotting/bleeding. It is important to rule this out as a reason for the bleeding.

 

Age

Female dogs that are in the age range to still have their heat cycle and still mate can experience bleeding after mating.

Breed

Females of all breeds can experience bleeding after mating because it is part of the process when female dogs go into heat.

#What Can I Do To Help My Female Dog If She Is Bleeding After Mating?

 

Trauma Or Injury

If there are any signs of trauma or injury in your dog after mating, you should take your dog to get examined and treated.

Infection Or Inflammation

Infections and inflammations can usually be treated by antibiotics and other medications. If the infection or inflammation is not caught early enough, more involved treatments could be necessary.

Vaginal Or Cervical Injury

A vaginal or cervical injury will need to be treated like a veterinarian. After examination, your vet can determine how severe the injury is and how to go about treatment.

Bleeding Disorders

If your dog has a bleeding disorder, it is important that you confer with your vet to come up with a treatment plan that is right for your dog. A test has been developed to screen for some blood disorders. If one is discovered your vet may put your dog on medication amongst several other options.

Tumors

Luckily, uterine tumors are rare in dogs and are most likely benign. The treatment is pretty much always spaying the dog.

Von Willebrand’s Disease

While Von Willebrand’s Disease cannot be cured, it can be treated and symptoms can be managed. Typically, if the bleeding is mild, you can control it on your own by applying a mild pressure. However, in more severe cases your dog may have to have a transfusion. Another thing to note is that thyroid supplements can sometimes help with the bleeding if your dog’s thyroid is part of the problem.

Pyometra

The treatment for this condition is spaying. It isn’t the same as a routine spay, it can be more complicated. Your vet will give your dog antibiotics a couple weeks into their recovery.

Medications

If bleeding seems to be a side effect of a medication that your dog is on, you should consult with your vet to figure out what steps to take,

Age

Typically, any female dog who is of age to go through a heat cycle, they are likely to bleed. If your dog is in this age range, you should make sure you and your vet keep track of your dog’s cycle and symptoms around this time. This will help you to know what is normal and what isn’t for her cycle.

Breed

Any breed of dog can bleed after mating depending on the situation. It is not exclusive to any particular breed.