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My dog's spay incision looks weird 8 days after surgery. Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 8 months and 3 days old | 35 lbs

Day 8 after spayed surgery. Is this looking okay? Should I be concerned? She seems fine and normal.

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

Veterinarian

Published on January 21st, 2021

It looks like the external stitches have come loose and the external margins of the wound are inflamed. It does not look like there is any infection though.The wound is healing but after 8 days I would expect a cleaner and less inflamed wound. If there is any discharge from the wound or not healing and being less red in the next week, I would recommend a check up. Restrict exercise and buster collar to avoid licking are essential.

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