This is quite common, even in health, and there is, of course, the periodic flow of blood seen in the “in season” bitch. Maiden bitches often have a slight discharge and provided this remains scanty, and the bitch is well in herself, there is no need to worry.It is normal for a bitch to have a discharge after whelping, but this usually dries up in a couple of weeks or so. When it persists for four weeks or longer veterinary advice is advisable. Such a discharge may be weakening and could be associated with a low-grade local infection. Excessive haemorrhage after whelping may be due to lacerations resulting from a difficult birth. Whatever the cause, professional attention is needed.

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The nose, in health, is always moist, and by a discharge we mean one which is clearly perceptible, whether watery or mucopurulent. In the former case there is the perpetual “dew-drop” at the end of the nose, often seen in hard-pad. It should not be confused with the occasional “drip” seen in nervous puppies when handled by strangers.

A nasal discharge is due to a variety of causes which may be summarised as local and general.

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