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Mastitis is an infection of the mammary glands seen most commonly in intact bitches post‐parturition or post‐pseudopregnancy. In most cases, it is not a life‐threatening condition and generally only affects one or two glands. The bitch is typically pacing and restless, lying down and getting back up. She will often lick and/or chew the infected gland. The infected gland appears enlarged, firm, and erythematous, and it is likely painful to the touch. Suckling by the puppies may elicit an aggressive response, such as growling, lip lifting, snapping, or biting. The bitch may also move away from the puppies and avoid staying with them, as nursing is painful. This leaves the puppies hungry, so they initially cry more, but if they are not fed, they become lethargic, their cries become weaker, and their suckle response decreases.