Dog's belly bruised by baby gate, acting normal. Should I worry?

It's hard to tell from the pictures, but it looks like there might be a small puncture near the bruised area? This would mean that Rosie was bitten on the abdomen. These types of injuries could be associated with internal damage, and should warrant immediate veterinary care. If there is no wound, then I would still be concerned about the sudden appearance of a bruise. Bruises can form if there is a bleeding or clotting issue or internal bleeding.

Hello, Its hard to give you definitive advise, because this could be nothing or something. Most likely, t could also be a simple insect bite or minor trauma that resolves on its own within a couple of days. However, I'd recommend monitoring that bruise for any changes and the rest of his skin and gums for new bruising or bleeding. Mysterious bruises can be a sign of blood disorders. If Charlie experiences any additional bruising, bleeding, or changes in appetite or behavior, I'd recommend taking him to the vet right away. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

OK, that is a valuable piece of history and makes me much less concerned. A tight bandage could explain the bruising and certain drugs used during the surgery could account for it. If Danny is doing OK and acting normally, then no need to rush off to the emergency vet. I would just call your vet that did the surgery and ask to have them check it out at their next availability.

Hi there! Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! In theory any sort of blunt trauma on the abdomen can cause internal bleeding. However, in reality, it requires a good amount of force which from your description it does not seem to be the case. I recommend you keep a close eye on Jax for any signs of bleeding or just any traumatic injury from this event. Signs you would watch for include severe weakness, lethargy, pale gums and/or collapse. If observed, having examined right away. If he is fine after the next 24-48 hours, in all likelihood he will be just fine. Good luck with your boy!

Yes, I would be worried that that is a bruise. I recommend to take her quickly into your veterinarians office to check for any internal bleeding. Hopefully it is nothing that serious but with these very small puppies, they are fragile. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Some bruising after this type of procedure can be expected, but depending on Daisy's type of liver disease, clotting disorders could be possible. I would recommend calling your vet to see if she needs to be evaluated ASAP or if it is fine to continue monitoring at home.

if Jaxx is otherwise acting normal, eating, drinking, urinating and defecating normally, and no bruising along the belly then there isn't anything to worry yourself over. He likely will be just fine. If you however are overly concerned then a quick exam by your vet can be done to clear him for any major injuries. Best wishes and I hope everything works out well for Jaxx.