Shae came to Dr. Albrecht as a very sick dog. She was bleeding clots from her vulva and had quit eating. Shae is 8 years old and had never been spayed. Dr. Albrecht suspected pyometra- an infection of the uterus. Pyometra causes bacteria from the infected uterus to leak into the bloodstream, causing life-threatening toxic effects. Prevention of this disease is one of the main reasons for routinely spaying female dogs. Shae was immediately hospitalized and scheduled for surgery to be spayed. Dr. Chase successfully performed the operation, and after one more night in the hospital, Shae was ready to go back home. We are happy to report that she is feeling much better and we expect a full recovery!
