Sassy, an intact nine‐year‐old female Newfoundland, comes to…

Sаssy, аn intаct nine‐year‐оld female Newfоundland, cоmes to your clinic after the owner notices a vaginal discharge. On P/E, Sassy is panting excessively and has leukorrhea. There is an odiferous smell coming from Sassy and she keeps licking her vulva. Her abdomen is distended and she has an elevated temperature. After restraining Sassy for the veterinarian, the doctor notes vulvitis. After a thorough examination, radiographs, and blood work, the veterinarian diagnoses Sassy with pyometra. An immediate OHE is recommended and Sassy is placed on antibiotics PO BID. The owner wonders if Sassy's previous history of dystocia and multiple pregnancies may have contributed to her current condition. The OHE goes well and Sassy has a routine recovery. Which of the following describes Sassy's clinical signs?