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My dog's spay incision is bleeding 3 days after, should I worry?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 35 lbs

Our dog got spayed 3 days ago. We are seeing a small amount of bleeding from the incision today. The first picture is the day of the incision, the second is today. Should we be worried?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on July 27th, 2019

The site itself looks good. No swelling, redness or bruising and it appears closed. The slight discharge does not appear to be frank blood. It looks like it may be fluid from a seroma. Seromas can occur after surgery. Continue to monitor the site, If the discharge increases or has a bad odor then see your veterinarian. Monitor Delilah for lethargy, fever, loss of appetite, vomiting or diarrhea. These are symptoms that should also be addressed by your vet. Keep an e-collar (cone) on her to prevent licking or chewing of the site. You can use a diluted betadine or Hibiclens solution around the site to keep the area clean.

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