what happens after i spay and nuter my dog?

Answer 1

that cant breed

Answer 2

Spaying is a surgery that is meant to sterilize female dogs by means of removing their ovaries and uterus, therefore eliminating heat cycles and the risk of a litter. The surgery only takes around 30 minutes, and the dog must be kept quiet and confined for 7-10 days until the stitches/staples are removed. She will have a small incision that will be nearly invisible when it is healed and the fur has grown back. Female dogs that are spayed before their first heat will remain normal, however the female dog's brain is forever changed by the surge of hormones after the first heat cycle.
Neutering is a surgical procedure to remove the testicles of male dogs, therefore sterilizing them. Sperm production will cease, and the dog will not be able to fertilize a female. Neutering, however, does not cause a major change in behavior, since the male dog's brain is masculinized by a surge of hormones at or right before birth. The male will recover in about 7 days, and most will not need any stitches removed.
Both spaying and neutering does cause a change in the dog's metabolism, and their diets need to be changed accordingly. For working females, spaying before the first heat is beneficial, however for working males (especially bitework/protection and detector/tracking dogs), neutering before 2 years of age is discouraged.

Answer 3

Here's how it goes:
All dogs collectively are neutered;
Male dogs are castrated;
Female dogs are spayed.
The recovery for males is very short--2 weeks.
For females it's 2 to 5 weeks.
They should be examined by you for traces of infection (such as clear or yellow discharge). If you find any take them back to the vet ASAP.
Otherwise, a good examination by the vet at 2 weeks and 4 weeks should resolve the surgery.

Within a month, you might notice a slight shift in behavior away from aggressive and towards more content. They will probably become less contrary, and less 'puppy'. They will have no other ill effects, and no awareness of anything gone.
The neutering may help prolong their lives, and keep away tumors till well into old age. B.

Answer 4

For a day or so, you will need to check the wound, look for bleeding and seeping around the stitches. After a week or so, allow your dog to go about its normal activites. Your dog will be happier and healthier for being spay/nutered.

Answer 5

If you can spay and nuter the same dog call Letterman.

Answer 6

When you get your pet altered, physically his/her metabolism may tend to go down some due to the loss of hormones in the body, thus weight gain can be an issue. It might be best if you keep close watch on your pets weight and if you notice your pet is putting on a few pounds don't wait to start introducing a lower calorie diet. Also keep your pet exercised regularly to prevent this weight that comes with a lower metabolism.

Answer 7

If you neuter your dog at a young age, he will get bigger than normal when fully grown. His hormones will disperse throughout the rest of his body. He will also be smarter because he will be using his big head to think instead of his little head.

Answer 8

girls are spayed males are neutered the recovery time is shorter for males than females which is about 2 weeks for males and 3 for females

Answer 9

What do you mean what happens? Here's what we send home with your surgeries. Most people just need to read it once and keep an eye out, usually no complications come up.

In order to provide for the comfort and health of your pet, and to minimize the chances of unnecessary and expensive post-surgical complications, please abide by the following instructions during your pet’s recovery from surgery.
EFFECTS OF ANESTHESIA: Your pet has been given a general anesthesia, which may not be completely worn off.
·Your pet may be a little lethargic or disoriented for up to 24 hours. This is especially true of heavy or older patients.
·The anesthesia may also cause some nausea and/or stomach upset. You should offer a small amount of water the first night home, a 1/3 portion of food the next morning, and finally back to a full meal the following night. Your pet may not eat well for 24-48 hours.
·Your pet may not have a bowel movement for 1 or 2 days following surgery. This is normal if all else is normal.
ACTIVITY: It is best to restrict play and exercise for the first week following surgery.
·Upon returning home, you should confine your pet to a small room or crate that is clean, warm, comfortable, and away from other pets or children in the household.
·Outdoor activity should be limited to short, leashed walks to eliminate, quickly returning inside to a small confined recovery area.
·In order to keep the suture site intact, your pet should avoid the following activities for the next 10-14 days:

§Running
§Jumping
§Climbing stairs
§Climbing on furniture
§Rough-housing
§Bathing or swimming

·Discourage excessive licking or chewing of sutures/staples. If your pet is a licker or chewer, we recommend that an Elizabethan Collar (E-collar) be worn until the surgical site is completely healed. This device may be purchased at a local pet supply store or through the clinic. If purchased through the clinic, a credit will be applied for returning the collar in reusable condition.
SURGICAL SITE: Please inspect the surgical site at least once daily. You should notice several blue external sutures or metal staples. In some cases, surgical glue is used and you may notice a bluish-white substance that is not easily removed. It will wear off in a few days.
·Gently clean the site(s) with hydrogen peroxide at least once daily and keep it dry. A small amount of redness and swelling is normal as is a little bleeding for the first day.
·If you notice any of the following, please notify the clinic staff immediately:

§Unusual swelling
§Excessive discharge or bleeding
§Bleeding for more than one day
§Excessive redness or irritation
§Gaping of incision edges
§Missing sutures/staples
§Anything else that seems abnormal or “not right”
·Male cat neuters do not have sutures but the site should be examined on a daily basis.
MEDICATION: If medication is sent home, be sure to follow the directions precisely and read the information sheet provided. If your pet experiences any unusual reactions to the medication, discontinue use and notify the clinic staff immediately. An alternative medication may be available. Do not give Aspirin, Tylenol, or other over-the-counter pain relievers unless specifically instructed by the veterinarian to do so for this pet at this time.
ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR: Please notify our staff immediately if any of the following occur:

·Refusal to eat after 48 hours
·Vomiting after 24 hours at home
·Diarrhea
·Acting odd or seems “not right” in any other way
·Signs of severe pain (Some mild discomfort is to be expected. Pain medication is optional.)
We depend on your care and observation to ensure your pet heals properly. In the event of an unusual reaction or situation please call the hospital at once. If all is normal, we will see you and your pet at the re-check exam.
POST SURGERY TELEPHONE CALL: A staff member will call you a few days after the procedure to check on your pet. Do not be alarmed. This is a routine call to find out how your pet is progressing after surgery.
RE-CHECK EXAM/SUTURE REMOVAL: Sutures/staples are to be removed 14 days after surgery unless the doctor directs otherwise. Male cat neuters have no sutures to remove, but a recheck exam is recommended to assess your pet’s progress. There is no charge for this procedure unless tranquilization is needed or there are complications that require treatment.
Plus the numbers of the emergency clinic at the bottom.

Answer 10

They rest for about 10 days and then everything is back to normal again.

Answer 11

You never have to spay AND neuter your canine. You spay a ***** or neuter a dog.

What happens after? They can't make puppies any more :-)