My dog acts like puppies are real after spay. Is it false pregnancy?

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My dog was just spayed a week ago and is now acting like her stuffed animals are puppies. She wont leave the bed, is trembling and sometimes panting. She is eating fine and he spay would also looks fine. What is wronf with her? Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | spayed | 3 years old | 55 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Poor Maya! Sometimes when a dog is spayed close to the start or the end of a heat cycle they can experience pregnancy signs (false pregnancy). This occurs due to a hormonal imbalance or sudden withdrawal of hormones. The body then thinks that it is pregnant when it is not. The dog will carry stuffed animals around like puppies, nest, act clingy or anxious, they can even have mammary gland development and produce milk! It is temporary but can last 2 months but can be shorter. I hope Maya feels better soon! https://www.merckvetmanual.com/reproductive-system/reproductive-diseases-of-the-female-small-animal/false-pregnancy-in-small-animals

My dog acts like puppies are real after spay. Is it false pregnancy?

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