1. Rest and Confinement: Keep your dog in a quiet, comfortable area to rest for the first 24-48 hours post-surgery. Prevent her from running, jumping, or playing too vigorously to avoid injury or strain on the incision.
2. Incision Care: Inspect the incision site daily for signs of infection such as redness, swelling, or discharge. Prevent your dog from licking or biting the stitches; an Elizabethan collar (E-collar) might be necessary.
3. Pain Management: Administer any prescribed pain medications as directed by your vet. If your dog appears to be in excessive pain, contact your veterinarian for advice.
4. Feeding and Water: Some dogs have a reduced appetite for a day or two after surgery. Provide fresh water and encourage eating, but don’t force it. Resume normal feeding unless advised otherwise by the vet.
5. Activity Level: Gradually increase your dog’s activity after a few days if she is comfortable and healing well. Avoid strenuous activities until the vet says it’s okay.
6. Stitch Removal: If your dog has non-dissolvable sutures, a follow-up appointment for stitch removal may be necessary as advised by your vet.
7. Monitoring: Watch for any abnormal signs such as excessive swelling, discharge, or a change in her general behavior. Contact your vet if you have any concerns.
8. Follow-up Visit: A post-operative check-up may be scheduled to ensure proper healing and to address any concerns.
9. Recovery Period: Full recovery usually takes about 10-14 days, during which it’s important to monitor your dog’s behavior and incision site.
Normal Post-Spaying Signs:
1. Mild Discomfort: Some discomfort is normal. She may be tender around the incision area.
2. Lethargy: It’s common for your dog to be less active and sleepier for the first 24-48 hours after surgery.
3. Reduced Appetite: A slight decrease in appetite is normal immediately following surgery.
4. Minor Swelling: Some swelling around the incision site can be expected.
5. Slight Redness: A bit of redness around the stitches is normal.
Not Normal Signs :
1. Severe Pain: Signs of severe pain include constant whining, shaking, or refusal to move.
2. Excessive Swelling or Hematoma: Large swellings, bulges, or bruises near the incision site are not normal.
3. Continuous Bleeding: Any ongoing bleeding from the incision is abnormal and concerning.
4. Pus or Foul Smell: These are signs of infection and require immediate veterinary attention.
5. Extreme Redness or Heat: If the incision site becomes very red, feels hot, or looks infected.
6. Persistent Lack of Appetite: If your dog doesn’t resume eating normally within 48 hours.
7. Severe Lethargy or Depression: If she is unusually lethargic or seems depressed beyond the first day.
8. Coughing or Breathing Issues: Respiratory problems post-surgery are not normal.
9. Open Incision: An incision that opens or where stitches come loose is a serious concern.
So if you see some abnormal symptoms as we mentioned earlier feel free to contact us via WhatsApp from 8 am to 8 pm or call 04 7026904 also you can check with any nearby veterinary clinic to keep your Dog safe