Dawn&Leila
Warren Scout
I am quite nervous and worried for her, more so than with Leo as it's a bigger Op, and she'll be the first female i've cared for post-spay. It's a great surgery with great reputation (if a little steep in price ::shock They ring at around midday to let you know how it went. Then I'm collecting after work at around half five if they're satisfied they've seen her eat etc.. They send you home with a care package of metacam and critical care just incase. I fed it to Leo on the first night as he barely ate anything.
I've ordered a soft bed for her so she can be comfortable and not have hay stabbing her wound. I've also ordered some Pro C, dried pinapple and vermex treats. I've got all her favourite foods, kale, broc, carrot w/tops, parsley and coriander and her packed her a little lunch for when she wakes up
I'm now debating whether to use the spotted black, suitcase material rabbit carrier I bought or the classic plastic style cat carrier? The former's on the small side and although it does have enough breathing holes/mesh it is black and it's material so it gets warm especially with her nervously panting away in there. On the plus side it opens at the side and is easy to get her in and out plus she'll see less and feel more enclosed..
it's this - http://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/cats/cat_carriers_travel/cat_carriers_kennels/262137
Either way I'll put in a cosy fleece blanket for her..
Despite the nerves I'm excited and glad it's finally happening, so that in a few weeks I can begin the full bonding of her and Leo. Life has thus far gotten in the way of booking it, I wanted to have the month ahead free of obligations/holidays so I can care for her post spay and begin the bonding and the timing is perfect now. I must admit they have been playing together on and off as Leo is neutered and also swapping cages to stop them being too territorial. They can touch through the bars at all times as well. Leo is quite docile with her until Luna 'faux' nips him one too many times, she likes to fur pull, or mouth/lightly nip in a nervous manor. She even 'moves my hands out of the way' with her mouth :shock: He doesn't do much back just annoys her by following her and chasing if he's had enough. Luna is VERY vocal though and will honk/grunt constantly at certain times if he's within 2 foot radius!! They have both groomed each other though at various points. I dont expect a miracle bond but if the spay stops Luna's nipping and honking I don't think much else will get in the way of their love *touch wood* :?
Now to try and get a half decent sleep before I wake with the sunrise, which is not my normal sleeping pattern
I've ordered a soft bed for her so she can be comfortable and not have hay stabbing her wound. I've also ordered some Pro C, dried pinapple and vermex treats. I've got all her favourite foods, kale, broc, carrot w/tops, parsley and coriander and her packed her a little lunch for when she wakes up
I'm now debating whether to use the spotted black, suitcase material rabbit carrier I bought or the classic plastic style cat carrier? The former's on the small side and although it does have enough breathing holes/mesh it is black and it's material so it gets warm especially with her nervously panting away in there. On the plus side it opens at the side and is easy to get her in and out plus she'll see less and feel more enclosed..
it's this - http://www.zooplus.co.uk/shop/cats/cat_carriers_travel/cat_carriers_kennels/262137
Either way I'll put in a cosy fleece blanket for her..
Despite the nerves I'm excited and glad it's finally happening, so that in a few weeks I can begin the full bonding of her and Leo. Life has thus far gotten in the way of booking it, I wanted to have the month ahead free of obligations/holidays so I can care for her post spay and begin the bonding and the timing is perfect now. I must admit they have been playing together on and off as Leo is neutered and also swapping cages to stop them being too territorial. They can touch through the bars at all times as well. Leo is quite docile with her until Luna 'faux' nips him one too many times, she likes to fur pull, or mouth/lightly nip in a nervous manor. She even 'moves my hands out of the way' with her mouth :shock: He doesn't do much back just annoys her by following her and chasing if he's had enough. Luna is VERY vocal though and will honk/grunt constantly at certain times if he's within 2 foot radius!! They have both groomed each other though at various points. I dont expect a miracle bond but if the spay stops Luna's nipping and honking I don't think much else will get in the way of their love *touch wood* :?
Now to try and get a half decent sleep before I wake with the sunrise, which is not my normal sleeping pattern
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