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My dog's neuter incision looks good. Is it safe to remove the cone?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Goldendoodle | Male | neutered | 10 months and 24 days old | 65 lbs

My dog was neutered 9 days ago. His incision site looks good to me but I'm not sure how it's supposed to look when it's healed. Can I remove the cone at this point? (Attached photo from today - day 9)

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Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on February 15th, 2022

Toffee’s incision is healing beautifully! I generally recommend keeping the e-collar on for 10-14 days after surgery. Even though his incision looks fantastic, it can be pretty itchy as the hair regrows. It would be a shame if Toffee licked a lot from this itchiness and delayed his healing progress. I would keep using the cone for a few more days out of an abundance of caution.

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    Answered By Dr. Davis

    Veterinarian

    Published on October 17th, 2018

    Yes, the incision looks almost fully healed. What I recommend is to take the cone off while you are home and make sure he isn’t licking the area. I would put it back on for a day or two when you’re gone just to make sure. When he leaves it alone then there will be no need to use it any longer. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Bear.

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