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Post neuter - any advice?

L

loobie_lou

Mama Doe
Hey all,

I have my two boys, Jamie and Kitt, neutered tomorrow and I was just wondering what kind of precautions I need to take? They're currently living indoors in pens which are next to each other (owing to their randy antics I couldn't have them living together until after the op).

Is there any special requirements they need to have when they return back from the vets? How long should I expect them to be out of character for? I'm aware about watching out for poops and things, as the vet discussed that with me last week.

Please advise,

L x
 
The vet should give painkiller and gut stimulant before they come home. Some give antibiotics as well - Squidgy was on a 10 day course after his neuter.
Bobby bounced back no problme, but Squidgy was more problematic. We shut him ain a small space inside on soft blankets with a hot water bottle, a water bowl and his food in a bowl. Don't put them on hay/ shavings etc as these can stick to the wound and be uncomfortable.
A sotck of dandelion leaves and favourite herbs is probably a good idea! Squidgy would only eat grass and fresh veg, no pellets or hay, for abut 4 days. And he didn't poop for ages, so I had to return to the vet for more gut stimulant.
You may want some probiotic in the water and sopme recovery food in, just in case you have to syringe feed.
 
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