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My dog has stomach bruising after surgery, should I go to the ER?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 10 years and 5 months old | 15 lbs

Okay. I just posted, reposting just to make sure. His behavior is normal. He doesn't seem to be in any pain. He just had surgery a few days ago on his back to remove a lump (no where near the area in the picture) He did have a barrage wrapped around his stomach in that area to cover the incisions on his back. -should he be taking to an emergency vet right now? -should I wait until my normal vet opens tomorrow?.

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 23rd, 2017

OK, that is a valuable piece of history and makes me much less concerned. A tight bandage could explain the bruising and certain drugs used during the surgery could account for it. If Danny is doing OK and acting normally, then no need to rush off to the emergency vet. I would just call your vet that did the surgery and ask to have them check it out at their next availability.

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    Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

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    That amount of bruising is very concerning and should be checked out immediately. I do not think that is from the bandage. You should take him to an emergency clinic for an examination and blood work.

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