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How long is puppy spay recovery, and do I need to stay home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 5 months and 16 days old | 5 lbs

We are thinking about spaying our puppy but we just want to know how long it would take her to heal and if we have to stay home with her and if so how long.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on October 22nd, 2017

Recovery will take approximately two weeks in most dogs. During this time, it is recommended to prevent or avoid excessive running, jumping or rough play. An e-collar (cone) is typically work until sutures (stitches) are removed 10-14 days after surgery. It should be left on at all times to prevent licking or chewing at the spay site. There is no reason Daisy cannot be left alone as long as she has someone to let her out to use the bathroom.

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