Caring for your dog before & after desexing

Medications in hospital: You will be provided pain relief from the vet. Please ensure you follow these instructions accurately to prevent issues.

FIRST 24-48 HOURS
Recovery time from a general anaesthesia can be variable and your dog may show signs of incoordination, drowsiness, irritability or excitement. We expect them to be back to normal by day three.

DIET
Feed your dog his/her usual diet. Sometimes they can be a little off their food. Give the vet a call if you notice any vomiting/diarrhoea, or if they have not eaten for a prolonged period.

HOUSING
Keep your dog warm and quiet, inside the home - a crate is the ideal. Please restrict their exercise to toilet walks only for the week following surgery. We recommend taking them outside to toilet on a lead to stop them from running or jumping. It is important to allow them time for the incision to heal.

SURGICAL SITE
Please check the surgical site daily for any large swellings, persistent discharge or bleeding. Contact the vet clinic if you notice any changes.

Your dog will need a plastic cone (e-collar) to prevent licking. This helps keep the skin/sutures intact and reduces the chance of introducing infection. If you are having trouble with the e-collar, you could try putting them in a pair of pants.

Please book appointments for post-op checks at 3 days and 10 days for check and suture removal (if required)