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Why is my dog peeing blood and losing stitches after neutering?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 1 year and 7 months old

Should my dog be peeing blood two days after being neutered? He lost some stitches yesterday

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 20th, 2016

This is not uncommon in an adult dog after castration. If it doesn't resolve in a day or so, have him rechecked by your vet. Place an e-collar (cone) on him to prevent further loss of sutures.

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    Answered By Christie Long, DVM

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on

    Blood in the urine isn't normal after neutering. The surgery itself should not have impacted any of the structures involved in urination, as only the spermatic cords are ligated. In addition, losing stitches this early after the surgery may impact the healing of the site, and leave him prone to infection. I recommend you see your vet as soon as possible to investigate the blood in the urine as well as determine whether the surgical site needs to be re-closed, and antibiotics started.

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