My dog just got spayed. Should she stay inside to protect stitches?

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Hi, I just adopted a 4 year old husky. Her name is Astra and I was wondering since she just got fixed 2 days ago if she should stay inside or outside. She keeps wanting to go outside but I am worried she might start running around and opening her stitches. However, when she goes out if I do not go with her she just come back inside anyways. Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Female | spayed | 4 years and 1 month old | 52.6 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Astra needs to stay inside until the incision is fully healed which is typically 10 to 14 days. During that time she cannot do any running or jumping. She should also only be allowed short leash walks just to use the bathroom. You don’t want her to tear her her stitches. Also, she should wear an Elizabethan collar at all times to prevent any licking which could also tear the stitches or cause an infection. If she seems overly active, you may call the veterinarian and ask about a sedative. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

My dog just got spayed. Should she stay inside to protect stitches?

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