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My dog's stitches look loose 5 days post-op. Should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | 3 years and 10 months old

Trick is 5 days post lump removal and I have noticed his stitches look loopy like they are coming undone he is healing well but does he need to be checked by vet or just leave it to continue healing until they are ready for removing in 9 days time

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 15th, 2018

It would be helpful to have a picture of Trick's stitches so I can tell you if he needs to be seen by a vet or not. Attaching photos to a forum question is free, so i would recommend posting again with pictures so I or another expert can help you :-)

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