Excessive scarring of the reproductive tract is often untreatable and correction of developmental uterine defects cannot be advised. Both of these conditions carry a poor prognosis for future pregnancies. The bitch should be hospitalized to permit close observation, diagnostic evaluation and supportive therapy if needed. Intravenous fluids may be required to help stabilize a severely ill animal. Blood, urine and culture samples should be taken immediately.
Compounds are available that increase uterine tone and aid in the evacuation of the uterus.
These may be given if all of the fetuses have been aborted and if membranes are retained or if there is heavy bleeding from the uterus. The bitch should remain hospitalized while these compounds are administered and monitored with radiography or ultrasonography for complete emptying of the uterus. Prevention Abortion is preventable primarily by maintaining good health prior to and during pregnancy. Females to be bred should have a good vaccination history and a negative B. canis titer. Supplemental vitamins should not be necessary provided a nutritionally complete commercial dog food is fed during pregnancy.