Dogs are prone to mastitis after giving birth. Mastitis refers to one or more mammary glands being infected by bacteria. The infection can be caused by ascending infection of the nipple or trauma to the mammary gland. Common infectious bacteria include Escherichia coli, Staphylococci, and B-hemolytic Streptococci, mastitis infection may cause fatal systemic infection if not properly treated.

Treatment methods

1. Take it to the animal hospital for treatment as soon as possible. The doctor will give appropriate medicine according to its condition.

2. If there is dehydration or systemic infection and sepsis, additional drip treatment is required.

3. The milk must be expressed several times a day until the female dog’s condition is under control.

4. During the treatment period, the female dog cannot breastfeed, so it is necessary to find a suitable "nanny" for the puppy, or to switch to artificial breastfeeding.