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Well, my first question is, how is your vet doing the surgery? If they will do a laparoscopic spay (ideal), the incision will be quite small and probably not be too much of an issue for her. I would find out. And if a traditional surgical spay will be done, yes, the incision will be larger so you'll need to do your best to keep her calm for a few days. Keep her confined in a small area in your home, limit her walks, make sure she has good painkillers and if she is too active and moving around a lot, ask your vet for a mild sedative that can be used with the painkillers.

In general you'd be surprised at how well stitches/staples can stay in place. Tripawds who lose a limb have huge incisions and they are only a real issue when the dog is allowed to be too active, or gets to the incision and starts chewing on it. OH be sure to insist she wears a cone of shame , that will help tremendously. We like this new style of cone, it's much more comfortable.