Is my Lab's cryptorchid neuter incision normal 1 week after surgery?

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My 6 month old Lab got cryptorchid surgery/neutered. Today is 1 week after the surgery and the picture was taken today. Does it look normal or should I be concerned ? Im assuming the darkness is dry blood? Not sure if I should take him back to the vet. He’s eating/drinking/trying to play and seems fine but the incision itself I think looks awful. Also not sure what to expect as I’ve never had a dog before. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 6 months and 26 days old | 43 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately it’s difficult to tell based on this picture - while this could be normal the darker areas might also be signs of infection. I think it would be best to recheck with the vet who performed the surgery in person. If Buster has not been wearing an e-collar I would definitely recommend putting one on to prevent damage to the incision.

Is my Lab's cryptorchid neuter incision normal 1 week after surgery?

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