To prevent unwanted kittens and puppies, it is important to have pets spayed or neutered. Doing so can also protect them from many behavioral and medical issues. These aftercare instructions will help make sure your pet is comfortable, and remains healthy, after they undergo surgery.
Let them Rest
Most pets will be groggy after being anesthetized for surgery to spay and neuter in Lenexa, KS, so allow them to sleep as much as they want. It can take from 18 up to 24 hours for the anesthesia to completely leave their systems, but they should be fine after it does. Leave your pet in a crate, or put them in another room, so they won’t be bothered as they recover.
Check Incision
For the next week or so, check the incision site daily for signs of excessive redness, swelling, heat, drainage, or to see if it has opened. After spay and neuter surgery, the site shouldn’t drain. If you spot any problems, contact the Cherokee Animal Clinic or take your pet in to have the site examined.
Prevent Licking and Biting
The incision site should not be licked or bit by your pet, or any other animal you may have in the house. Licking and biting could cause infection or cause the incision to open. To prevent your dog from licking or biting the spay and neuter area, use an E-collar or apply a small amount of bitter apple near the site.
Limit Activity
Although most pets will recover well from surgery, you should try to limit their activities. It takes about seven to ten days to recover from spay and neuter surgery, so you shouldn’t let your pet be too rambunctious during this time.
Taking care of your pet after surgery will help them recover and get back to their normal lives, once they’ve healed. Click here to know more about the tips for pets after surgery for Spay and Neuter in Lenexa, KS.
