Is a recessed vulva common in puppies?
Otherwise known as a hypoplastic vulva or a juvenile vulva, a recessed vulva is a common problem in female dogs, especially those who are overweight. It can happen in any dog breed but tends to be more common in medium to giant breeds and may be genetic.
Does recessed vulva affect breeding?
It is difficult to diagnose a recessed vulva in a 6 week old puppy, I think. She is very young, and a lot of growing is yet to happen. If she does have this problem, it can make her prone to infections, and while she would be able to breed, it may be difficult, depending on the degree of recession.
Is a recessed vulva common?
A recessed vulva (or “inverted vulva”) is a common condition in puppies where the vulva is surrounded by skin folds and is only partially visible. What care is recommended for a recessed vulva? Urine and debris can collect in the skin folds around a recessed vulva, so cleaning around the vulva may be needed.
How common is a recessed vulva in dogs?
Results: Recessed vulvas were identified in 36 of 250 (14%) dogs. Dogs with recessed vulvas had significantly higher body condition scores and body weights than unaffected dogs. In addition, recessed vulvas were more common in spayed than sexually intact dogs.
Should you breed a dog with a recessed vulva?
However, if you decide not to spay your puppy, you cannot breed her. While it is entirely possible that she would not pass on this conformational condition to her offspring, there is always a risk. I strongly advise that you monitor your puppy regularly for infections.
How much does it cost to fix a recessed vulva?
Veterinary Cost Unfortunately, too many pet owners are stung by its price tag ($1,500 to $3,000) and delay in electing this procedure. Many end up spending significantly more than this sum in lifetime treatments, all the while incurring what some veterinarians term “reduced quality of life” costs.
What causes recessed vulva?
In this condition, the vulva is recessed within, or partially hidden by, surrounding folds of skin. A recessed vulva is thought to have a genetic basis, though this has not been definitively determined. The condition is more common in medium to large breed dogs, especially individuals who are overweight.
Why is my vulva getting smaller?
Less estrogen makes your vaginal tissues thinner, drier, less elastic and more fragile. A drop in estrogen levels may occur: After menopause. During the years leading up to menopause (perimenopause)
How long does it take for a dog's vulva to return to normal?
Most cases of vaginitis respond well to conservative treatment. Many dogs return to normal within two to three weeks of initiating treatment. Most cases of prepubertal vaginitis resolve after the first heat cycle and further treatment is not needed.
Why is my female dog's vulva swollen but no blood?
It's normal for an unspayed dog's vulva to swell during certain points in her estrus cycle, or heat. The canine estrus cycle has four stages: proestrus, estrus, diestrus, and anestrus. The vulva will begin to swell during proestrus and remain enlarged to varying degrees throughout estrus and diestrus.
Can a female dog mate with a bigger dog?
Yes, large dogs can get smaller dogs pregnant. Technically, any sized dog can get any other sized dog pregnant. Fertilization does not care about the size of the dogs involved. However, it is a bit more difficult for highly different-sized dogs to mate.
What can go wrong when breeding dogs?
Breeders' obsession with “pure” bloodlines leads to inbreeding. This causes painful and life-threatening disabilities in “purebred” dogs, including crippling hip dysplasia, blindness, deafness, heart defects, skin problems, and epilepsy.
Does breeding prevent pyometra?
Breeding your dog only prevent pyometra if she becomes pregnant. Even then, there are rare cases that may let pyometra develop. Monitor your dog carefully after breeding to confirm that she is pregnant. If she is not, she is still susceptible to pyometra.