spay questions for my puppy?

Question

My chcolate lab is almost 5mo and is getting spayed tomorrow morning. I just talked to the vet and they said no food after midnight and just a little bit of water in the morning.

What other questions should I ask? I am nervous-although I know its routine and that she will be fine. I don't want to sound like a crazy over protective pet-parent! But any suggestions on what you would ask them??

Like types of antheshia? I dont know. I feel like I don't know enough about the procedure to even ask the right questions, am I being too trusting of the vets in the assumption that they will do a great job?

Answer 1

I felt the same way when I had my dog fixed a few months ago. I was so nervous and was not sure what to do or think. Some vets automatically do some anesthesias, some just highly recommend them. I know with mine, you had to pay extra, but they had an option of an IV, which they recommeneded for, in the event, of something going wrong, they would already have the IV in them and be able to get something in him/her faster if needed. My vet also kept her over night to monitor her. My vet never told me this, but I know from other pets I had fixed and stuff that you should try to limit their jumping around for a few days to avoid popping stitches. Also, make sure they don't lick their stitches or bite at them or anything. The no food after midnight is just as we can't eat before surgery. If you know your vet or know someone else who has used them I think it's safe to trust them. Also, because I paniced about this, I thought my dogs stitches looked funny for a little while and thought, great, they runied my dogs tummy, but it goes back to normal. :) Don't panic too much, they will be fine :)

Answer 2

I had our black lab spayed and as you all ready know Labs are very spirited dogs. The hardest part was trying to keep her quiet after the operation. Yeah....right. She woke up from anesthesia and was practically running off the table. You will have to watch for swelling around the incision area, any redness or a discharge. Vets usually use dissolving stitches, so unless there are some concerns with the incision area, your doggie will heal and be up and running in no time. Animals are very resilient and bounce back faster than a human when they get surgery. If you need to block her in a small area for a while to keep her quiet, that might be in order. Congrats on your lab puppy. They are the greatest breed of dog.

Answer 3

Neutering is a probably the most common surgical procedure performed on dogs. I have had dogs all my life, and have had them neutered. The female procedure is alittle more complicated than the male's. I would ask if an over-night stay is required (to monitor your "baby's" health). I would inquired if pain medicine will be needed when she comes home. Also, will they provide you with a cone or halo to place around her neck - so she can't chew her stitches out. Find out if the stitches are removed at the office - or - if they dissolve on their own.
Finally, they should give you a paper telling you all the post-op directions, and what to look for if there are any problems. Which, I can assure you - usually there are no problems. You will have a happier, healthier dog after she's neutered. Good luck and God Bless.

Answer 4

I just had my little jack russel terrier spayed and I was so nervous. I don't think you are an over protective pet parent. My main question revolved around pain medicine. I didn't want her to feel bad or hurt. My vet keeps females over night to monitor them. When I brought my lil princess home the next day she just wanted to be held alot and she slept a great bit. I would say after about a week she was up and back to her usual playful self. Vets do this all the time and your little pup will be fine.

Answer 5

I would recommend doing the pre-op blood work to make sure the anestethic is compatible with her. It's worth the extra $30 or so to be sure.

1. One thing I would make sure to ask is that she's getting pain meds. They usually stay on them a day or two after the surgery, as well as with an antibiotic to ward off infection.

2. Sutures disovable? One of my dogs we had to pull them out, and the other they disolved. Maybe it's by size depending on what they do.

3. Recovery process- usually after 1 week or so they will do fine. Don't let them trick you into making you believe they're okay a day or so after surgery. My Boxer was fine the next day, acted like nothing happend, and over a month later, she had bumps (I thought it was a hernia) on her incision line. The vet said that it was just scar tissue, but still, be careful.

Just be sure you trust your vet & good luck, everything will be fine =) It's routine to the vets.

Answer 6

They will give her anesthesia, run a tube down her throat for oxygen. They will shave the belly region, make an incision, and take her reproductive organs out. They will prescribe an antibiotic and pain medications. The reason for no food or water for 24 hours is bc she could throw it up while in surgery and choke on it. She is free to eat and drink as soon as surgery is over. They will let you know when to have the stitches out. Watch her to make sure she doesn't lick them or it could set up infection. They will have someone monitor her breathing and heart-rate while in surgery, then give her a shot to wake her up after they will not leave her until she is good and awake. You have nothing to worry about.

Answer 7

Try not to worry. It is totally natural to worry but you must tell yourself that spaying/neutering is a standard procedure and the chances are that your vet has done it hundreds of times over the years. If you didn't trust your vet, you probably wouldn't take your dog to him/her.

The hard part is keeping them quiet for 10 days.

Good luck -- she will be fine!

Answer 8

You might want to ask for post-op care and info. Also ask the vet to explain the procedure and ask them if they have any info you can take home to read (they usually do) :) Don't worry it is routine but i've been in your position everytime one of my pets were fixed. Hope this helps :)

Answer 9

I don't think there will be any problems with your puppy, if she is a normal healthy dog. But your vet should be aware of any health problems she has. And if she has sensitivities to any medicines for instance.

Don't worry! She'll be fine!

Answer 10

I had my cat spayed and she seem to be doing good she catching birds, snakes, and lizards and sleeps in my bed. The vet Doc. took her temperature, checked her eyes, her weight, and checked for fleas, etc. she's fine being a cat. I think your dog will be great.