Vol. 7, Issue 11 (2018)

Author(s):
Ankesh Kumar and CS Azad

Abstract:
Canine pyometra is a common pathological affection of intact bitches and it induces the high mortality in bitches if not treated. A bitch of breed German shepherd aged 5 years, weight 35 kg, with the body temp of 1030F, lethargy, depression, polydipsia, vomiting, mucopurulent vaginal discharge and malodorous was presented to Gynaecology Department of Bihar veterinary College Patna and on hematological examinations, leucocytosis & anaemia were seen, biochemical parameters were also increased likes Blood urea nitrogen (37.95 mg/dl), Alanine aminotransferase (127.68 IU/L) and total protein (8.01g/dl), whereas the blood glucose level was decreased (48.56 mg/dl). The bitch was treated with lower dose of Prostaglandin F2 alpha and antimicrobial along with some supportive therapy and successfully cured.