My French bulldog has bruising 3 days after neuter. Should I worry?

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My French bulldog was neutered exactly 72 hours ago. I'm concerned about the amount of bruising he has. I told the vet that he only stays still for me and it would be easier if I held him for the blood work, but she refused. It took them 10 minutes. 5 people yelling at him to "stop it" and "stay still"... He has a thumb shaped bruise on his front leg (not a IV leg) and 3 days later he's still getting bruises around the surgery site. I spoke to a vet tech and she's never seen bruising like this. Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Male | neutered | 1 year and 5 months old | 28 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

Poor Carl, the bruising is definitely more than expected, especially around the surgical wound. I would be suspicious he may have an infection or poor clotting ability resulting in easy and extensive bruising. This should resolve over 7-10 days, your vet can prescribe additional pain relief if uncomfortable and you should monitor for any fever

My French bulldog has bruising 3 days after neuter. Should I worry?

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