Why did my dog gain weight and get lazy after being spayed?

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I spayed Lacey July of 2017 due to having false pregnancies every heat cycle. She turned 3 this past March and it seems after the spay she has calmed down and seems lazier. She is still active at times, but has gotten chunky. A month or so ago when she had a seizure, vet weighed her at 48lbs, took her maybe 2-3wks ago for shots and was weighed again at 47lbs. So within a month she lost 1 lb, is this normal for pets after being spayed/neutered? Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Female | spayed | 3 years and 2 months old | 47 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Lacey. Spaying a dog has the potential to slow her metabolism. This can lead to weight gain. Some dogs will require a 25% reduction in calories after the surgery. Since she has gained weight, I recommend that you accurately measure her daily calories and decrease the amount you are feeding her. Only offer very small treats and avoid human food as this can extra unnecessary calories. I hope this information helps!

Why did my dog gain weight and get lazy after being spayed?

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