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Why is my dog peeing blood and losing stitches after neutering?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 1 year and 7 months old

Should my dog be peeing blood two days after being neutered? He lost some stitches yesterday

3 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 20th, 2016

This is not uncommon in an adult dog after castration. If it doesn't resolve in a day or so, have him rechecked by your vet. Place an e-collar (cone) on him to prevent further loss of sutures.

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Related Answers from Veterinarians

Answered By Christie Long, DVM
Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
Blood in the urine isn't normal after neutering. The surgery itself should not have impacted any of the structures involved in urination, as only the spermatic cords are ligated. In addition, losing stitches this early after the surgery may impact the healing of the site, and leave him prone to infection. I recommend you see your vet as soon as possible to investigate the blood in the urine as well as determine whether the surgical site needs to be re-closed, and antibiotics started.
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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on April 11th, 2018
Since he has been bleeding and it has not stopped yet, you need to take him to a vet (out of hours vet). This could be from the surgery, however it is more likely that he has a prostate or bladder problem. Please check his gums and if they are white he needs a vet right away. This is an emergency.
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