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My dog was just spayed. How and how often should I feed her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 2 years and 7 months old | 26 lbs

Hi, My dog just go spayed. How should I feed her and how often should she be fed. Thank you

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 11th, 2019

If Skye just got spayed, don't be surprised if her appetite is low or gone the night after surgery. That can be normal. Offer her a small meal at dinnertime, and then offer her her normal meal in the morning. She should be fed twice a day, morning and evening. Best of luck.

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