My dog pulled out spay staples after surgery. Is it an emergency?

It looks like the wound is separating a bit, and perhaps one of the staples has pulled through the skin, but it is difficult to tell from a photo. There appears to be a little bit of redness/discharge which can sometimes indicate infection. I don't think this is an emergency but I would recommend having your vet examine the incision when they are next open. If your dog is licking at the area then placing an e-collar on him to stop this, or if you do not have one trying to put a long sleeved shirt on him so that he cannot lick at the area and further cause damage until your vet can see him. Best of luck to you!

If you can a) keep her from licking the wound, ie put an e-collar on her and b) keep her quiet in a crate, for example, then you can wait until your appointment tomorrow. If she cannot be kept quiet until then, you should take her to emergency for stapling, gluing or resuturing

The black stitches you see are likely internal stitches, which is normal. Staples can stay in for a long time, since they are metal. However I would take Etta back to the vet for a recheck if the incision has not closed by Monday (at least scabbed over). Do not touch the incision, do not put ointment on it and do not let Etta lick the incision. Should you see pus, or green/yellow discharge, she will need antibiotics.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Bella. It sounds like you are doing everything right! I would keep her as quiet as possible. Walk her on a leash to go potty and keep her collar on at all times. I am glad you are taking her in to see her veterinarian. If the incision appears to open more and she acts ill, then she will need to be seen sooner. I suspect she will do fine though. I hope this information helps!

Given that it is so early after the surgery it would be best for your pet to be seen. Sutures or staples may need to be replaced and possibly oral antibiotics started. Chewing on the incision allows mouth bacteria to enter the wound. This can be dangerous if not addressed. If you call your vets office they should have a way for pets to be seen when they are closed, either a doctor on call or a number for a close er. You could also google a veterinary emergency clinic in your area. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! There is nothing you can do at home other than keeping the area around it as clean as possible. This warrants a veterinary evaluation as soon as possible to try to prevent an infection. Best of luck!

Hello, and thank you for your question. It looks like Sydney's incision is still mostly apposed. I would keep her very quiet for the next week, and keep an e-collar on her at all times. With strict rest, the small gap may start to scab up and start healing on its own. Over the next few days, if you notice any further redness, swelling or discharge, I would take her back to the vet to see if she may need a few stitches or tissue glue to re-appose the edges again. I hope this helps, and that Sydney continues to heal well!