My dog's stitches are weeping. How do I clean them after surgery?

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Hi my dog had a couple of suspicious skin lumps removed today and to be honest I was shocked when I saw her I didn't really hear the nurses instructions about stitches care but I will ring tomorrow Am I supposed to clean the stiches or not I'm sure she said something about if they start weeping as it's in a movable area but I was a bit dazed I put 2 pics for you to see Thankyou. Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Female | spayed | 7 years and 11 months old | 14.5 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Hi there! Yes, you can certainly use a warm washcloth or cotton ball to gently clean the incisions as often as needed if there is any oozing or drainage. They should heal up within the next 10-14 days :)

My dog's stitches are weeping. How do I clean them after surgery?

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