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stewie being neutered 2morrow!

H

haleyhop

Young Bun
Hi guys stewie is 6 months now and we have booked him in to be neutered tomorrow, and i was just wondering if there was any advice on what i should do before i take him in and aftercare?
cheers :wave:
 
You need to feed him all the way up to the op. pack his fave food etc for when he comes round. when you get him home make sure he eats drinks and poos if you see no poo's or hes not eating within my vet said 4 hours take him back to the vet asap. if hes not already a house bun keeping him in over night or for a couple of days would be a good idea. just keep an eye on him check the wound regulary as both mine developed Hematomas (SP) internal bleeds which caused the wounds to swell so had to be given a course of anti biotics.

Good luck im sure he will be fine! xxxx
 
I agree with whats above, also don't give him any harsh bedding like sawdust or straw, as it could irritate the wound. Use vet bed or a towel or something like that. Give him water from a bowl for a few days so he doesn't have to stretch up for water. Tempt him with his favourite things when he comes round and make sure that the vet has given a long-lasting painkiller to stop him feeling sore. Keep him quiet for a few days (Bailey was on cage rest for a couple of days when he was neutered) and keep him nice and warm for 24 hours as GAs lower body temperature. His ears will be a good indication of how warm he is. Hope it all goes well :)
 
I agree with all the above advice.

I would add, give him something very soft to lie on when he gets home. Either an old duvet or hay with a towel over it so that his wound isn't prickled.

Good luck!

FC xx
 
I agree with all the above advice.

I would add, give him something very soft to lie on when he gets home. Either an old duvet or hay with a towel over it so that his wound isn't prickled.

Good luck!

FC xx
 
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