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My dog's spay incision is wet and bleeding a week later. Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 3 years and 6 months old | 34 lbs

My 4 year old female dog was spayed almost a week ago, since the surgery. . There seems to be the smallest little spot that is letting out what looks to be a small amount of blood and wetness, no real color other than the blood color. I will of course bring her to her vet but would like to avoid it if possible. . If u could give any advice on this I'd very much appreciate it. Thank you

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 16th, 2018

I think it looks just fine actually. Probably a little local reaction to the underlying stitches. I suggest spraying it with this spray once a day for a week. It should be just fine! ( http://www.allivet.com/p-855-aluspray-aerosol-bandage.aspx ) Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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