Things to note after dog neutering and surgery!

Jan 20,2024
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From a scientific point of view, dog sterilization has many benefits: first, sterilized dogs will live longer than un-neutered dogs; second, sterilized dogs can avoid the occurrence of many diseases. So how are dogs neutered? And what should dogs pay attention to after surgery? The editor has collected the following content for everyone, I hope it will be helpful to everyone.

【Sterilization method】

Male animals: The testicles are removed, which is called castration surgery.

Female animals: Completely remove the uterus and ovaries.

Appropriate time for sterilization: But as long as the immunity is complete and the body is fine, the operation can be performed.

Surgery time: Arrange a time when work is not stressful and you have time to take care of it after the operation. It is best to do it on a weekend or a long public holiday.

【Things to note before and after sterilization】

1. Fasting of food and water for 6-8 hours before surgery is required to prevent foreign objects from choking into the respiratory tract during or after vomiting;

2. Don’t be eager to let him eat after surgery. Gastrointestinal motility is slow after anesthesia, and symptoms of gastroenteritis may occur if he is eager to eat;

3. After surgery, you should limit excessively strenuous exercise, climbing stairs, and overeating. Do not take a bath until the wound is completely healed (which takes about 10-14 days). During the wound healing process, if you find blood oozing out of the wound, it may be that the wound has collapsed and you need to go to the hospital for follow-up consultation.

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