The most effective way to treat dog mastitis is to take the dog to the hospital as soon as possible and use the medicine according to the doctor's instructions. While applying the medicine, you can also use a warm towel to apply hot compress to the dog's breast. After the application, you can gently massage the lump in the dog's breast with your hands in circles to promote the dissipation of the lump. If medical treatment is ineffective, surgery may be required to remove the lump. If the owner does not want the dog to breed, it is recommended to have it sterilized as soon as possible to avoid the occurrence of reproductive system diseases.

1.Drug treatment

Once a dog is diagnosed with mastitis, it needs immediate treatment. Broad-spectrum antibiotics can be used, such as cephalexin, amoxicillin, etc. In addition to anti-inflammation, mild physical therapy can also be used. Sometimes analgesics, such as meloxicam, may be needed. If the puppies are able to tolerate the mother's body, opioids can be used for pain relief. If the situation is serious, it is recommended to take it to a pet hospital for surgery.

2. Surgical treatment

If the lump cannot be eliminated after giving the dog medicine, surgery will be needed to remove the lump. If a dog is still nursing puppies while suffering from mastitis, the owner should stop the mother dog from feeding the puppies to prevent the mother dog from transmitting inflammatory factors and bacteria in her body to the puppies.

3. Precautions

When a dog suffers from mastitis, the owner also needs to do the following. First of all, the dog’s udder needs to be cleaned every day. If there is any trauma, it needs to be disinfected in time. Secondly, if the dog is pregnant, the owner needs to express the milk while keeping the dog's breasts clean. Finally, the owner needs to use the milk duct to inject the drug into the dog's breast. The specific drug used should be targeted at the specific type of pathogenic bacteria that causes the infection. It should be used according to the doctor's instructions. Do not give it blindly.