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What can I feed my dog after surgery? Is pasta safe for his diet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Alaskan Malamute | Male | neutered | 88 lbs

Hi my dogs just had surgery today for removal of a cyst on his neck and I have fed him some chicken earlier on but I am wondering if I can feed him pasta and what else I can do to help with his diet over the next two days

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on January 3rd, 2018

You can soak his kibble in warm water for a few days or you can feed a bland diet of plain white rice mixed with boiled boneless/skinless chicken breasts. If he is eating normally though, you can feed him his normal meals.

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