Hi there.
My dog was neutered about 6 weeks ago and the vet told me he gave him disintegrating stitches so they won't have to be removed; however, tonight i noticed my dog has been nibbling down there and when I looked, I saw some stitches sticking out. Is this uncommon to take this long?
2006-11-04 14:13:41 · 8 answers · asked by bayareabummer 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
if you are worried about it go back to the vet that neutered the dog. there are many types of suture material that can be used and depending on what they used it can take up to 6 months for it to dissolve. the dog might be having a suture reaction which is not uncommon. if this was my dog i would have it checked out. they might have to go back in and remove the sutures and use something else . i have worked in the veterinary field for many years and hav seen this before.
2006-11-04 14:48:39 · answer #1 · answered by basque girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call and go to the vet and the vet would more in likly put a come on the dog so that he can't nibble at his stitchs. i think he would have to where that for like 3 to 4 weeks
2006-11-04 15:27:51 · answer #2 · answered by Weird W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dissolvable sutures can take over 6 months to disolve. Unless your dog is picking at the surgery site excessively, there is no cause for concern. If the area looks red. swollen or you notice a discharge, then you should be concerned and get him in to see the vet.
2006-11-04 19:32:07 · answer #3 · answered by bollywoodturtle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the stitches sould of been gone long ago and if the dog is nibbling them out mabe they didnt have time to heelor you should just go back to the vet or call.!!!!!!!!!!
2006-11-04 14:24:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Um sorry I think that the only way to get rid of it is to pick it up. But I know how you feel It's every dog owner's dream to have something that will magically get rid of all the poo in your yard. But if you are going to just go and pick it up put plastic bags over your shoes , and tie it up. This way you won't step in anything. :)
2016-05-22 00:11:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
cant say for a dog but my cat had a check up 2 weeks after and his was out
2006-11-04 14:26:46 · answer #6 · answered by blwatson41 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, something is wrong. Contact your vet first thing Monday morning.
2006-11-04 14:16:52 · answer #7 · answered by Lori R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not at all.
2006-11-04 14:25:56 · answer #8 · answered by larryclay2006 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋