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Dog Paw Bleeding Causes | Dog Mouth and Anal Bleeding Causes

Filed under: Dog Health — Nik @ 4:06 am

Bleeding in Dog:

Dogs are as prone to injuries and bleeding as are all other animals. However, since the relationship you share with your pet is very special, it is not unusual to panic when you see your pet bleeding.
Just like in humans, there are certain parts of dogs that bleed more easily than others. Areas where the concentration of blood vessels is higher will bleed more. Parts where the skin is thinner is more prone to injury, and therefore, bleeding is more in those areas.

There are two reasons why your dog may be bleeding. The first could be an injury caused due to an accident or a fight with another dog. The second, however, may occur due to an internal injury or an illness that could have caused some internal damage. Therefore, while you should give your dog immediate first aid, it is also equally important to take the dog to the vet so that it can be checked for any serious illness.
Here are some of the areas of the dog’s body that could be bleeding. Your course of action depends largely on the part of the body from which the dog is bleeding.

  • Paw bleeding: A dog’s paw may be injured because of thorns, glass, or any other sharp objects that the dog may have stepped on. Inspect the paws closely. You may have to trim off some hair from between the paw pads. Once you are done, check for any sharp objects lodged in the paw. If you see something, try to remove it gently. You may have to restrain your dog for this. A large piece can be taken out with your hand. However, a smaller, finer piece may need to be taken out using tweezers.
  • Mouth bleeding: If the dog is bleeding from the mouth, it could be because of a severe wound. You may have to take your dog to an emergency centre to deliver prompt veterinary care.
  • If a dog is bleeding from the anal region, it could have been caused by a scratch. However, it may also be because of a more severe problem like the parvovirus. If you see your dog bleeding from the anal region, you should take the dog to the doctor immediately.

If your pregnant dog is bleeding, it may be indicative of a miscarriage or an intra uterine infection. Get your dog checked immediately.

Female dogs generally bleed when they are in heat. However, if your dog is bleeding even when it is not in heat, it could be attributed to an infection known as pyometra.