After the surgery the dog should not run or go for long walks because this can lead to complications and your dog could end up breaking the sutures or prolonging the recovery time which is generally around 10 days. Try to limit her running around the house but there's not much u can do at times. leave her crated while you're gone. make sure she's not biting at the stitches. If she is buy one of those cones that go around the head to prevent this. Standard is no walking for at least 3-5 says then only short walks on leash until stitches come out. Then "EASE" her back into regular exercise. Unfortunately you can't really do much now to exercise her because exercise can create complications with the procedure recovery.
Here are some herbal remedies you may want to try though to help calm her down during the recovery period;
Give your dog some chamomile chicken broth. You can steep chamomile tea in a low-salt chicken broth to make your pup a soothing cup of tea. Some vets prefer valerian or oat straw extract, so ask your dog's veterinarian what she thinks is best.
Try ginger capsules. If your dog gets stressed or hyperactive certain situations, like when riding in a car, consider giving him a dose of ginger before the event. It can help with car sickness and illnesses associated with vibrations. The amount of ginger your dog needs depends largely on his size, so work with your vet to determine the dosage.
Consider acupressure. This is a type of calming massage that can relieve aches and pains in a dog's joints and also reduce anxiety/hyperactivity. It is based on the same principles as acupuncture--which you should by no means attempt yourself--but simply involves pressing vital points on your dog in a calm, firm manner. Some people believe that their dogs benefit greatly from this, and even schedule regular appointments for them with a canine masseuse. You can learn the basics of acupressure from a manual or a trainer.
Put five-flower remedy in the dog's water. Five-flower remedy is a botanical supplement that is designed to calm down stressed-out/hyper dogs. It is marketed under several different names, so ask your veterinarian about it if you think your dog might benefit from it, as each compound has subtle differences.
Your dog loves you and will probably feel better after hanging out with you.
*Also, consider giving your dog a kong toy or raw meaty bone to chew on. This will def. do a great job occupying her!
Finally, here's a link on proper care after having your dog fixed. This should help you out;
How to Care for Dogs After Spaying Surgery: Signs a Dog's Surgical Incision is Infected, Caring for Spayed Dogs
Good luck!
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