Should a spayed dog have discharge?
A bloody discharge from the vulva is a normal part of a female dog’s heat cycle. Dogs typically go into heat and bleed between 1-3 times a year. However, if your dog has been spayed or you know it is not time for your intact dog to go into heat, the bleeding could be a sign of a potentially serious health problem.
How old does a great dane have to be to be spayed?
Otherwise, they may have the appearance of a gangly puppy their entire life (not a good thing). Female Great Danes should not be spayed until they are at least one year old. However, they should also be allowed to experience their first heat as well.
Is it safe for Great Dane to go home after surgery?
However, veterinarians still consider the procedure very safe and even routine. Most dogs (male and female) go home the same day as the surgery once they have recovered from the anesthesia. However, some clinics may require them to stay overnight for further monitoring.
How long does it take for Great Dane to recover from stitches?
Depending on the type of stitches used, they may have to return to the veterinarian between 7-10 days for removal. Your veterinarian will communicate this step to you upfront. It will take approximately two weeks before they have completely recovered and can return to full play.
Which is better a neutered male or female Dane?
In fact, neutered males lived 18% longer on average than unneutered males. This is largely attributed to the prevention of testicular cancer and prostate problems. By comparison, females who have been spayed live a whopping 23% longer on average than those that are not spayed!
Otherwise, they may have the appearance of a gangly puppy their entire life (not a good thing). Female Great Danes should not be spayed until they are at least one year old. However, they should also be allowed to experience their first heat as well.
Can a schnauzer have vaginal discharge after spay?
If there is a discharge the cervix is open so therefore the Uterus will not distend. It is a closed Pyometra that will cause the Uterus to distend and accordingly there will not be a discharge. My 8 month old female Schnauzer is 3 weeks post spay surgery and has started a creamy discharge.
However, veterinarians still consider the procedure very safe and even routine. Most dogs (male and female) go home the same day as the surgery once they have recovered from the anesthesia. However, some clinics may require them to stay overnight for further monitoring.
Depending on the type of stitches used, they may have to return to the veterinarian between 7-10 days for removal. Your veterinarian will communicate this step to you upfront. It will take approximately two weeks before they have completely recovered and can return to full play.