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How do I know if my puppy's spay incision is healing correctly?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 2 months and 4 days old | 8.7 lbs

I got my puppy spayed on 1/11 I want to know if her incision is healing correctly

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 19th, 2018

From the photo this appears to be a normal incision. Monitor for swelling, pain or discharge from the incision site. If concerned I would contact the vet that performed her surgery to see if they offer recheck for surgical patients. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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