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My dog was spayed yesterday. Why is she shaking and restless?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 6 lbs

My dog got spayed yesterday and is shaking a little and wont sit and when she does sit she immediately gets back up

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on December 22nd, 2016

It sounds like Lucy is painful from the surgery, and if she was prescribed pain medication, I would make sure to give that to her as prescribed. Should she not have pain meds, I would call your vet now to speak to them about getting her some. Please do not give her any human pain medications, many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given.

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