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My dog just got spayed. How do I care for her wound and prevent flies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 6 months old | 88 lbs

Hi, Duchess was only spayed yesterday, however the vet was not informative to any questions I had to ask, in fact they couldn't get rid of me fast enough. In terms of taking care of the spayed wound site is there anything I can put on it to keep the flies away? And any tips you as a vet have to help my dog heal properly? I will appreciate it.

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 12th, 2019

Hi there. Thank you for using PetCoach. So sorry you had this experience at your vet. The number one thing you need to do is make sure to limit her activity. No running around free in the yard. No playing with other dogs or running up/down stairs. No jumping up on beds or couches. She should only be leash walked only and kept as calm and quiet as possible for about 7-10 days. Also, make sure she cannot lick the incision - this is the number one problem we see post-operatively - dogs lick the incision and get it open. So be sure to use an E-collar (cone) for at least 10 days. If they did not give you one, you can buy one at any large pet store or online. You can apply this fly repellant ointment AROUND the incision but not on it. It is recommended that you not put anything on the incision directly. ( https://www.amazon.com/Farnam-Products-100532971-Repellent-Ointment/dp/B07D1M6LSB/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=farnam+flys-off+repellent&qid=1570893908&s=pet-supplies&sr=1-1 ) Hope this helps. If you have more questions feel free to post again. Best wishes!

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