Is it safe for my large dog to walk stairs after spay surgery?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Female | unspayed | 6 years and 3 months old
I am getting my rottweiller spayed tomorrow. I live in a flat so need to go upstairs from front door. Will she be ok to walk upstairs after op? She is 48 kilos so I am unable to carry her
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Published on December 30th, 2018
While I typically do recommend avoiding stairs, when it is not possible I have people use a leash on stairs to make sure the dog goes slow and does not cause too much stress on the incision. Double check with your vet to make sure that will be okay.
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Published on November 25th, 2018
I think she will be fine provided she does not jump and race around for a long time. hopping down stairs likely will not hurt her, climbing the stairs may be more of a problem. She is allowed to walk, so you do not have to carry her everywhere.
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