I wish I could be of more help but Ive never experinced Mastitis...but if this may sound like what she has she needs to see your vet right away...
Canine Mastitis
Canine Mastitis is an infection which attacks the mammary glands in lactating bitches, usually occurring a few weeks after whelping has taken place. The mammary canal becomes infected causing inflammation, this is a vicious circle as the milk needs to flow to flush out the infection but the inflammation prohibits this from happening and is aggravated when there are insufficient puppies feeding for the amount of milk being produced, also if puppies have been weaned to soon or removed from the bitch abruptly.
This infection though can occur at anytime so it is important to check your bitch at very regular intervals, making sure that all areas of her nipples or teats are soft and supple, be aware of any red or hardening areas and any noticeable tenderness shown by your bitch, as the first sign of any of these symptoms contact your Veterinary Surgeon immediately. If left untreated this infection may develop and rupture out of the side of the infected area causing long term problems for your bitch, and possibly prevent her from producing milk in this area of her breast again.
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