If a spay/ neuter was performed on your pet today, an antibiotic injection and pain killer was given before the surgery. Tablets for pain relief after the procedure are available and advisable. Under special circumstances a course of antibiotics will also be given.
Please look at the incision at least twice a day - redness, swelling, bleeding or a discharge may be causes for concern.
You can offer you pet water when you get home. If there is no vomiting you can offer a light, bland meal this evening. We advise the use of th Hills i/d diet for the first few days of recovery.
Activity should be limited to leash walking, preferably until the sutures are removed in 14 days time.
Your pet may lick the wound and pull out the stitches. We advise the use of a plastic buster collar to prevent this. Please enquire at reception.
Sutures are removed 14 days after surgery. This should be done by the vet, NOT at home.
If your pet remains lethargic after the first 24-48 hours after surgery, please consult our vets.
Your pet may have a slight cough in the week after surgery. This is due to the tube put in the windpipe during anaesthesia. It should resolve spontaneously, but contact us if you are concerned.
PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERN ABOUT YOUR PET'S WELL-BEING.