My dog had spay surgery. How to care for non-dissolving stitches?

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We just got Midna back from her spay. Because her office was super busy she forgot to give us after care instructions we have both a 1 week and a 2 week followup scheduled. She used non dissolving stiches. What are the general after care instructions? (Its been a while since our last one and I don't think I remember everything. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 4 months and 6 days old | 8 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Limit or restrict activity to avoid stress on the incision. Avoid excessive running, jumping or rough play. Use an e-collar (cone) to prevent licking or chewing of the sutures. Examine the site daily for redness, swelling, bruising, bleeding or discharge. Monitor for lethargy, loss of appetite, fever or abdominal pain. Look at her gums daily to ensure they are pink. Sutures are kept in for 10-14 days. Do not bathe her until the sutures are removed.

My dog had spay surgery. How to care for non-dissolving stitches?

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