Mike Birbiglia's Dog Recovering from Surgery

By Allison Fey
Washington
Last updated on May 15, 2025

Spinee (see photo above) came out of the anaesthetic well.

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Mike Birbiglia’s adored labrador retriever "Spinee" has undergone a risky surgery on Tuesday and is luckily beginning the slow process of recovery, according to American media reports. The 46-year-old comedian is said to have received waves and waves and support for Spinee, as he offered his Twitter followers an update on pooch’s status regularly.

UPDATE 15/05/2025 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Mike Birbiglia is one busy daddy

The yellow labrador retriever underwent a risky procedure at the Washington Veterinary Hospital on Tuesday (May 13, 2025), prompting the comedian to ask his followers to send well wishes her way.

“May I ask one favor? My dog Spinee needs your prayers,” he Tweeted on Tuesday. “She just came out of a difficult surgery 20 minutes ago … She is my beloved.”

Mike Birbiglia’s Twitter feed has kept his fans and followers updated

Throughout the night the American comedian posted updates to his numerous followers, about his dog’s delicate condition. “Spinee came out of the anesthetic well … her vital signs are good … your prayers are working,” he Tweeted.

Mike Birbiglia continued tweeting about his pup’s prognosis throughout the night and it appears the pooch is on the mend. By Wednesday morning, things continued to look good. “The Spinee Report: Her vital signs are good… pink gums … sleeping peacefully… recovering as hoped,” he said. “Not out of the woods yet. Prayers working :)”

Prayers working

As Mike Birbiglia’s Twitter followers sent messages of support, he showed his gratitude. “With prayers like this I feel confident Spinee will be fine,” he wrote. “Thank you more than you will ever know.”

Here’s to hoping Spinee has a successful and speedy recovery!