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How many days after spay or neuter surgery can I bathe my dog?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | 7 lbs

After how many days can i give my dogs a bath after being neutered and spayed ?

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Anna M., DVM

Answered By Anna M., DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 12th, 2017

For routine bathing, I recommend waiting at least 10-14 days, or until the skin appears visibly healed. If Princess has managed to get herself quite dirty prior to this, you may wipe the area clean with a soapy wet towel (mild hand-washing dishsoap such as Dawn works well) - it's important to keep the area around the incision clean while it's healing, but I would wait until the incision is totally healed before immersing her in water. Hope this helps!
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