What to Expect the First Night After a Spay or Neuter
Unless veterinarians have twenty four-hour care at their facility, most veterinarians prefer to send pets home for direct observation by their people. Hereâs what you need to know:
Pay close attention to veterinary recommendations when you pick up your dog after surgery. Take notes or ask for written instructions, and make sure you observe the incision so you know what the staff considers normal.
Owners should plan on staying with their pet overnight. This is not the night to go out for dinner or plan to attend a concert.
Vomiting, extreme lethargy (beyond what your veterinarian explained you should expect to see), and signs of internal bleeding (see below) are the most immediate issues.
Donât worry if he or she skips that eveningâs meal or fails to drink as much water as usual. A small meal is typically recommended anyway.
Pain can be difficult to assess, but shaking, drooling, and hiding may be cause for concern. Dogs rarely whine or otherwise vocalize when theyâre in pain.
Keep an eye out for bleeding or excessive weeping from the incision site. A small amount may be expected, but little beyond that. An unusually-distended abdomen or pale mucous membranes are also cause for immediate concern, as this may be evidence of internal bleeding (uncommon but possible).
Call your veterinarianâs professional answering service or the ER if you have any doubts. You may be asked to assess his or her gum color.
Why You Should Neuter Your Dog
Expanded lifespan by 13 Percent
Reduction in the desire to roam or wander off in search of a mate
Reduction of risk of testicular cancers
Reduces stray population
Social Stigma (people assume your dog is aggressive)
Will my dog put on weight after neutering?
It is a myth that pets will put on weight after neutering. They will have a reduced energy requirement making them more prone to weight gain but this is easily managed by having them on the correct diet and with regular exercise
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