My dog hasn't pooped since spay surgery yesterday. Should I worry?

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Manna hasn’t pooed since yesterday morning she got spayed yesterday. Pet's info: Dog | Greyhound | Female | spayed | 6 years and 4 months old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I wouldn't be too worried just yet. She would not have been able to eat before her spay due to the anesthesia, so she has no food in her system to poop out. Certain medications can also cause a decrease in pooping. I would not worry about this unless 72 hours go by without her pooping. She should return to normal soon. I hope this helps.

My dog hasn't pooped since spay surgery yesterday. Should I worry?

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