How do you clean smegma off a dog?
Pour a generous amount of vinegar directly onto the pet stain. Be sure to thoroughly soak the stain. Next, pour a much smaller amount of baking soda onto the stain (be sure to follow this order). You’ll hear the solution working its magic right away!
Basic Anatomy of a Dog’s Penis
A non-erect penis of a male dog may not be as visible as when it is erect. It is usually covered by a dog’s prepuce or the layer of skin and other tissues that protect the penis from external injuries or exposure to pathogens.
The actual dog penis has three main parts:
A dog’s healthy penis should be bright pink in color and covered in a mucous membrane. Further, the penis in male dogs remains rigid even if it is non-erect due to the presence of bones called the baculum or os penis.
At the base of the penis lies two glands, known as the bulbus glandis. This part of the dog’s genitals fills with blood when the dog gets aroused, which hardens into bumps around the base.
Erection in dogs may last anywhere from a few minutes to an hour and may still occur even in neutered dogs.
Dog smegma is a biological yellowish white or greenish discharge at the end of the dog’s prepuce. A normal smegma discharge is made up of dead skin cells and glycoproteins within the penis sheath and should not be a cause for concern. This condition usually occurs in male dogs when they rest or sleep.
However, if urine, blood, or pus-like discharge is observed, especially with a foul odor, that may be an indication of a disease, and it would be best to see a veterinarian immediately.
An abnormal discharge of blood or yellow or greenish pus may be due to bacterial infections or health issues, like prostatic disease, blood-clotting disorders, urinary tract infections, and benign prostatic hypertrophy.
You can see what dog smegma looks like in this video of a male dog being groomed:Dog yellow discharge
Pet owners worry when their dog produces a discharge called smegma in the penis of their otherwise healthy dogs. However, dog smegma is a normal discharge caused by the mucous membrane in a dog’s genitals.
Nonetheless, if you observe that your male dog exhibit excessive licking of its genital area, spotting, having an excess discharge, bloody discharge, or inflamed penis, it would be best to get a vet’s advice.
Other dog smegma infection symptoms that dog owners need to be concerned about also include lethargy, sudden fever, and lack of appetite.
A physical examination, including a complete blood count and other screening tests, would be needed for a proper diagnosis of what may be causing smegma in your dog.
A sample of the dog smegma may even be collected by your vet to check for bacterial culture.
Your vet may also conduct a urine culture test to rule out a urinary tract infection. An x-ray of your dog’s abdomen may be performed, too, to check for problems in the prostate gland or any other prostate abnormalities.
Further, an ultrasound may be necessary to perform a more thorough examination of the dog’s abdomen.
Once the true cause of the foul-smelling discharge is determined, the right treatment may be prescribed then.
Is the dog’s penis infected?
Most pet owners think their dog’s penis is infected. They may think of smegma as pus and a sign of infection, but it is just a normal discharge from the penis. Most healthy dogs produce a large amount of smegma, and pet owners just have to spend a lot of time cleaning it.
However, suppose the discharge from the penis is accompanied by excessive licking and pus or blood along with it. In that case, there may be some infection. So it is very difficult to determine which discharge is normal and which is problematic.
You can lessen your worry by making an appointment with your vet and asking a few questions like:
- Why does my dog lick his penis more than normal?
- Why does your dog look sick and restless?
- Why does the discharge increase and change its color?
Treating pus in a dog’s prepuce at Burwood Vet
It’s not the most attractive of topics but it’s one of those questions a lot of dog owners have but may feel embarrassed about asking about. Smegma is the yellow or greenish pus that sometimes oozes out of a dog’s penis. Fortunately for your dog, and your embarrassment levels, this discharge is natural and is usually no cause for concern. However, if your dog is constantly licking his genital area, in particular if he isn’t neutered, it’s always best to have him examined by your vet.
In the majority of cases, smegma requires no treatment. However, if your dog is constantly licking his genitals or has a heavy discharge, you should have him examined by your vet who will do the following:
One way to prevent smegma build up is to neuter your dog. This will decrease the amount of smegma produced. To prevent infections, some have found that a supplement containing green tea, famed for its antibacterial properties may be beneficial. As always, it’s best to research first and always seek your vet’s advice before administering any treatment.
Im Nancy, owner of a very spoiled, one eyed Jack Russell called Basil. Im a trainee veterinarian with a love for all things dogs. Im especially passionate about dog adoption and always advocate rescue and enjoy writing about canine health and nutrition, alongside overall well-being tips for happy dogs!
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