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My dog's spay incision scab fell off and bled. Is vet care needed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shetland Sheepdog | Female | spayed | 7 months and 2 days old | 15.4324 lbs

My dog went for spaying 1 week ago. She had a hard scab around the incision but today it came off either due to jumping or rubbing. It bleed a little and i used a solution prescribe by the vet to clean the wound. Im worried that the has open prematurely and wonder if immediate vet treatment is needed

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 20th, 2018

The wound seems still sealed with a minimal amount of muscle layer exposed. Considering the pics you attached, the wound is healthy and there is no infection at the moment. I would keep a close eye on it though and if anything changes, please contact us asap. Disinfection can be continued at home wiping it twice daily with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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    Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 20th, 2018

    Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If the incision is still together she is likely fine. It is normal for a little bleeding when the scab falls off. If you want to post a picture of the incision I would be happy to look at it. She should still not lick the incision and be exercise restricted (no running, jumping, playing and be leashed walked) for the full 10-14 days. I hope this helps!

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