Overview
Pyometra refers to a bacterial infection of the womb (uterus). The infection causes the womb to fill with pus, and is highly dangerous. If not diagnosed and treated quickly, womb infections can be fatal.
Pyometra mostly affects unneutered female dogs and is quite a common issue. The risk of infection is one of many reasons that many vets recommend neutering in dogs.
What is pyometra in dogs?
What causes pyometra in dogs?
Symptoms of pyometra in dogs
Pyometra treatment
Preventing pyometra
Academic research on pyometra
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Published on 09/01/2025 • Reviewed on 01/05/2025