i heard there are some cases of dogs dying during then and i'm getting my dog desexed on tuesday. i'm really scared this might happen! please prove me wrong, i dont want to lose him, he is my life!
2007-07-01 01:04:16 · 11 answers · asked by My Name Is Trip 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
That is a good question! The answer is that in this day and age, losses from neutering are so rare, they are almost unheard of. If you are still concerned, have your vet do a blood test to make sure your dog is not allergic to the anesthesia. Also ask your vet about pain medication for after the operation. The first 24 hours are very hard and your dog will be in some pain. You can almost set your watch though because at exactly 24 hours later, they perk up and start acting their old selves again. Some pain meds will help a lot during that first 24 hr period. If your vet doesn't provide pain meds, ask for the correct dosage for baby aspirin. Any type of aspirin should be used sparingly though as it is a blood thinner and you don't want any excess bleeding.
I have been around dogs and other animals my whole life but I confess that I cringe every time I have to take one in to be spayed or neutered. So far, I have never lost a single one but I always worry anyway. After all, they're our four legged kids, aren't they? Good luck with the operation. You are doing the right thing!
2007-07-01 01:11:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Any surgery carries the risk of death during anesthesia. However, the chances of a healthy dog dying during a routine neuter are very slim...probably about the same as a human's chance of dying from having their wisdom teeth removed by an oral surgeon. The chance is there, but it is VERY unlikely. In the four years I worked full time at a vet I have never seen a dog die during a neuter. I have only seen ONE dog that had major complications from it, and he was very old and the surgery was long compared to most...and he didn't die (he collapsed several hours after the surgery and was fine by the next evening). Neuter surgeries are generally short and far less invasive than a spay or many other surgeries, which decreases the chance of any problems related to the anesthesia. In the very few cases of neutering that do result in death, there is usually something physically wrong with the dog, such as severely decreased organ function, that was present before the surgery. If your dog has had an exam by your vet and your vet has said that he's healthy and you've had pre-operative bloodwork done to check the function of organs most affected by anesthesia, pain killers, and other drugs used during and after surgery then you really shouldn't worry about it.
2007-07-01 08:22:56 · answer #2 · answered by ainawgsd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Up until about a month ago, I never heard of any dying during altering. But, the rescue group I was involved with at the time sent a very young pup to be neutered. He made it through the surgery ok, then died during recovery. While it's very rare, this poor pup had not been thoroughly checked before surgery, and again, was extremely young. The pup had hookworms, among other problems. Make sure that your dog has been tested and that blood work is done prior to the surgery. If your dog is healthy, he shouldn't have any problems, and will be up playing around the next day.
2007-07-01 08:48:52 · answer #3 · answered by lucy7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a foster parent, I have taken many dogs in to be spayed or neutered and lost none.
When I got my last puppy, I asked the vet how many he has ever lost during neutering. This is an older vet. He told me that he had never lost one.
I also stayed and watched my puppy being neutered. They are right, it is a simple procedure. Not that I would, but it is so simple that even I could neuter a dog. Of course, I wouldn't, I do not have a knowledge of anesthesia.
The whole thing only takes about 40 minutes.
2007-07-01 08:23:57 · answer #4 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In all my life, I've never heard of one dying during neutering. Anytime anesthesia is administered, there's a risk. Have your vet run pre-surgery blood work to make sure your dog doesn't have any undiagnosed health problems that could put him in danger during the surgery.
I realize you're scared, I have been too. Just realize that you're doing the right thing for your dog in the long run. Speak to your vet about your fears & Good luck!
2007-07-01 08:48:24 · answer #5 · answered by Gypsydayne 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't sweat it, cause the chances are slim to none. Neutering is the easier of the two operations - it's literally a nip-tuck. Spaying is much more involved, as it's an actual surgery where they take out all the dog's reproduction organs, etc. You guys will be fine, and your pup will be better for it.
You're a responsible pet owner, so pat yourself on the back. Bob Barker would be proud of you!
2007-07-01 08:24:50 · answer #6 · answered by Bella 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The chances are minimal. I've been a vet nurse for four years and I haven't seen any cat or dog, male or female, die from being neutered.
Don't be scared. This is a routine operation and everything should be fine - you're absolutely doing the right thing.
Chalice
2007-07-01 08:23:43 · answer #7 · answered by Chalice 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's very slim. Just make sure you use a reputable vet and have them do a blood workup before the surgery to screen for any health risks. If you don't get him fixed he is more apt to try and escape which could lead to him being hit by a car. Don't put your energy into thinking that he could die in surgery. Put positive energy into it.
Kim at: http://www.peaceful-organic-planet.com
2007-07-01 14:41:39 · answer #8 · answered by kpaschke 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your dog is healthy you have no reason to worry, its a very simple routine procedure that is done everyday all over the world. He will be fine, try not to worry! x
2007-07-01 08:08:09 · answer #9 · answered by Purdycat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pretty slim. It's pretty quick surgery.
2007-07-01 08:07:11 · answer #10 · answered by Wyandotte Hen 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋