My 2 1/2 yr old english bulldog got neutered 5 days ago. Yesterday we went to the vet because his scrotum was swollen, the vet said this is normal, but today it looks even more swollen. Of course it is the weekend, should I be concerned? Help!
2007-09-01 16:48:42 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
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2007-09-01 17:01:13 · answer #1 · answered by panache 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We had a pug that this happened to, and although I don't remember how we resolved it, I would recommend calling an emergency vet clinic just to see if they think it is a problem, and if not, then Id call and tell my vet when they open that he has gotten even more swollen...as well as what the other person said about the collar, that's really important.
2007-09-01 16:59:21 · answer #2 · answered by Puglover00 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is not uncommon for dogs to develop edema after neutering. My Rottie's scrotum looked larger that when he had testicles. And it took awhile before it became that little flap of skin. Did your Vet give you a time frame? If it is of any comfort, I have heard that human males suffer from swelling after a vasectomy, I would expect even more from actually removing the testicles.
2007-09-01 17:05:49 · answer #3 · answered by Vet Tech/Dog Trainer 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
For up to 2 weeks post surgery you need to keep excessive movement to a minimum (I know, it's next to impossible). I would make sure that tomorrow he's kept quiet. Meaning, no walk, no playing ball, no wrestling. If it gets too swollen he will need to be put on antibiotics and kept calm for longer . . . and if it gets toooo swollen, your vet will want to drain it and more antibiotics.
I would keep him quiet, soak a washcloth in cool (not cold) water and lay him down and put that on there.
If your vet saw him yesterday, you can probably wait until they reopen, but it the swelling gets bigger and it gets redder you are going to have to e-vet him (emergency vet).
So keep him quiet and calm, leash him for poos and pees. He gets rest rest rest and cool washcloth.
2007-09-01 17:18:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some swelling is to be expected. Don't panic.
If it gets worse, becomes red, or if the sutures don't look healthy you may want to call your vet again. Don't let him romp in wet grass or dirt -- and keep him away from his incision.
I have a feeling everything will be okay.
2007-09-01 17:05:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
yep - i'd be concerned. shouldn't be getting worse should be getting better. i think i'd be calling the vet - should get their answering service or something. my vet has an answering machine that gives the name and phone number of who is on call for emergencies
2007-09-01 16:57:09 · answer #6 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same thing happen this week with my schnoodle. He had actually opened up part of his incision. He now has antibiotics and an ointment and his e-collar back on.
2007-09-01 17:36:26 · answer #7 · answered by Carla B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure he's not licking the area. If he is get him an E-Collar first thing tomorrow. (PetSmart)
2007-09-01 16:51:58 · answer #8 · answered by Corey B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Um mm vet good chance he has an infection!!!
2007-09-01 16:57:48 · answer #9 · answered by US soldier 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
either write this down or print it out.. read it, put it in your mind and never forget it.. LEAVE IT ALONE.. you dog is better protected by nature than you are.. let it be.. LEAVE IT ALONE.
2007-09-01 16:59:18 · answer #10 · answered by J. W. H 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋