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My dog has saggy, hard skin near nipples 3 weeks after spay. Normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 10 months old | 11.2 lbs

My dogs skin where her nipples are is a bit saggy and some what feels hard in her left side under her nipples. She was spayed about 3 weeks ago and is pretty Normal and it doesn’t cause her pain.

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on February 16th, 2021

The loose skin may be a result of the mild swelling after her spay resolving and the hard spot could be scar tissue if it's near her incision site. It might be a good idea to have your vet check it to be safe.

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