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What's the best way to help my dog rest after her spay surgery?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year and 9 months old | 13 lbs

My dog just got spayed, is their a certain way I should lay her down?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on November 15th, 2017

She will lay in the way that is most comfortable for her. Provide a clean, dry area for her to lay down. Make sure she has an e-collar (cone) in place to prevent licking. Monitor the site daily for excessive swelling, bruising, redness, discharge, bleeding and to make sure it is closed.

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