Ahi's Spay is tomorrow..

[Ahis_Mama]

I'm such a nervous wreck! I don't know how you all got through it. I keep loving her this morning with hugs and kisses. I keep whispering to her telling her "I love you". I feel insane. I look at her and think "my gosh..you're so tiny". I know that she will be okay but in the back of my mind i'm like am I sure? I'm already worrying about her recovery. Will she be in a lot of pain? Will she eat okay. Gah!!! I'm a mess.

I have her Kissee Collar, her new Lucy's Luxury Charlie bag(so she will be more comfortable) and her favorite blankey.

Does anyone have any advice on what I will need to make her more comfortable after her surgery? What is best to feed her since she is so picky to begin with?

Any advice is very much appreciated!

[MY OSCAR]

Originally Posted by Ahis_Mama

I'm such a nervous wreck! I don't know how you all got through it. I keep loving her this morning with hugs and kisses. I keep whispering to her telling her "I love you". I feel insane. I look at her and think "my gosh..you're so tiny". I know that she will be okay but in the back of my mind i'm like am I sure? I'm already worrying about her recovery. Will she be in a lot of pain? Will she eat okay. Gah!!! I'm a mess.

I have her Kissee Collar, her new Lucy's Luxury Charlie bag(so she will be more comfortable) and her favorite blankey.

Does anyone have any advice on what I will need to make her more comfortable after her surgery? What is best to feed her since she is so picky to begin with?

Any advice is very much appreciated!

i know what you mean.
it is natural to worry but i am sure she will do fine.
she will most likely have some pain but the vet should send home some pain meds with her.
mostly just keep her quiet and warm.
i am not sure about what to feed her.
she may not want much the first day anyway.
sometimes the anesthesia makes their tummy sick.
maybe a little wet food warmed up to entice her to eat
hope the surgery goes well and she bounces back quickly

[ancora_imparo]

Make sure the vet gives you pain meds! Ours didn't and we had to run to petsmart.

Jaeger's tummy was upset but he was still hungry-we just fed him chicken and rice for 2-3 meals and he was fine.

[LunasMomma]

It's a nerve wracking time for sure!!! I'm sure she will be just fine, just think of the thousands of Yorkies here that have been through this and were A-okay

I was told to give mine half of their normal meal that night, and if that was well tolerated, to feed normally the next day. She might like some plain lowfat yogurt, that seems to soothe the tummy. I bet she will surprise you and the next day, act like nothing ever happened That's what both of mine did, they were out of it and mopey that night but the next day I had to use the ex-pen to keep the wildness down.

Definitely get pain meds. Some vets don't give them, but I can't imagine having my tummy cut open and then no pain meds I think that they believe if the dog feels some pain, that they'll be more likely to take it easy, but I think it's kind of cruel.

I'll be thinking of your little Ahi, and you, tomorrow Everyone here will "hold your hand" throughout the day, don't worry!!!

[Ahis_Mama]

Thank you! She currently eats boiled chicken. She hates rice. Will spit out every grain if mixed with her food.lol I also give her sweet potatoes and other veggies. She just recently started eating kibble.(YAY! lol)

Do I put her in her carrier or hand carry her out of the vets after surgery?(Sorry such a stupid question but i'm clueless) I just don't want her to hurt more than she needs to.

[YazminD]

Bless your heart, I can totally can sympathize with you. I was a complete wreck when Yazmin was spayed months ago. It turned out she wasn't in as much pain as I was! I took her to my Vet 3 days in a row after her surgery worrying she was in a lot of pain because she didn't want to move and seemed to be lethargic. The vet assured me it was only the mild pain medication that was making her sleep alot and to expect her to be uncomfortable for a few days. He also adviced me to calm down since they do pick up on our feelings and that Yazi would heal much quicker. She was fine and back to normal with in a week.
I brought Yazi home in her carrier so she could lay how ever it was most comfortable for her.

Sending best thoughts and wishes to Ahis

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[LunasMomma]

Well, if you're going to put her in a car-seat then you can gently hand carry her, but if she'll be staying in the crate for the car ride home, then just put her in the crate.

It's amazing how quickly they bounce back, though, the hardest part for me was keeping each of the girls calm and quiet after their spays.

[Ahis_Mama]

Originally Posted by LunasMomma

It's a nerve wracking time for sure!!! I'm sure she will be just fine, just think of the thousands of Yorkies here that have been through this and were A-okay

I was told to give mine half of their normal meal that night, and if that was well tolerated, to feed normally the next day. She might like some plain lowfat yogurt, that seems to soothe the tummy. I bet she will surprise you and the next day, act like nothing ever happened That's what both of mine did, they were out of it and mopey that night but the next day I had to use the ex-pen to keep the wildness down.

Definitely get pain meds. Some vets don't give them, but I can't imagine having my tummy cut open and then no pain meds I think that they believe if the dog feels some pain, that they'll be more likely to take it easy, but I think it's kind of cruel.

I'll be thinking of your little Ahi, and you, tomorrow Everyone here will "hold your hand" throughout the day, don't worry!!!

Thank you. Will be adding pain meds on my list. I hope and pray she will be acting like nothing happened. I'm sure i'll be crying when I hand her off. lol

[rubymoon2072]

oh ill keep ahi in my thoughts for a fast procedure and speedy recovery!! try to stay distracted. i remember when cedric went i was the same way....it was heartbreaking but he came home and a couple of hours later it was as if it never happened. i wish the same for ahi. hugs ahi.

[rubymoon2072]

sorry i meant to add hugs to you to roni!! try to stay busy as hard as it is.

[LunasMomma]

Originally Posted by Ahis_Mama

Thank you. Will be adding pain meds on my list. I hope and pray she will be acting like nothing happened. I'm sure i'll be crying when I hand her off. lol

I cried with each of my girls. Tried to stay busy, but it was difficult. Maybe you could get together with some friends tomorrow to help take your mind off of it? Hugs to you and kissies to little Ahi

[Ahis_Mama]

Originally Posted by rubymoon2072

oh ill keep ahi in my thoughts for a fast procedure and speedy recovery!! try to stay distracted. i remember when cedric went i was the same way....it was heartbreaking but he came home and a couple of hours later it was as if it never happened. i wish the same for ahi. hugs ahi.

Originally Posted by rubymoon2072

sorry i meant to add hugs to you to roni!! try to stay busy as hard as it is.

Thank you, I'll try. Hmmm since her vet is near the Waikele Outlet Shopping Center maybe I can pass the time there? lol

[MauiGirl]

You will be nervous no matter what, so just know that it is normal and try to keep busy as you wait for post surgery call from the vet saying it all went well.

When you pick her up she will still be drowsy and clumsy for a while due to meds, so let her sleep it off in the most cozy quiet place possible.

Vets seem to offer pain meds as an option. Definitely take them just in case she seems uncomfortable later in the night, like if she is trembling or whining. It will also help her sleep. Since she is so tiny, double check the dose with the vet for her weight. My vet sent me home with liquid pain med, pre-measured in a syringe for each of my girls, so no guessing at the amount.

My girls all did fine, and I was amazed at how normal they were acting 2 days later. I really had to watch them so they wouldn't try to jump up on the couch, and I carried them up and down stairs.

Give us updates and come here for support. It's gonna be a tough day, but you'll make it and be relieved to have her home soon. Good luck Ahi!

[Lilymo]

Will be thinking about you tomorrow too. How old is Ahi now ? My vet was discussing spaying my girls when I was in yesterday but I said they were too wee. He said it could wait a bit yet but the younger they are the quicker they recover. Hope everything goes smoothly and the day passes quickly.

[Ahis_Mama]

Originally Posted by MauiGirl

You will be nervous no matter what, so just know that it is normal and try to keep busy as you wait for post surgery call from the vet saying it all went well.

When you pick her up she will still be drowsy and clumsy for a while due to meds, so let her sleep it off in the most cozy quiet place possible.

Vets seem to offer pain meds as an option. Definitely take them just in case she seems uncomfortable later in the night, like if she is trembling or whining. It will also help her sleep. Since she is so tiny, double check the dose with the vet for her weight. My vet sent me home with liquid pain med, pre-measured in a syringe for each of my girls, so no guessing at the amount.

My girls all did fine, and I was amazed at how normal they were acting 2 days later. I really had to watch them so they wouldn't try to jump up on the couch, and I carried them up and down stairs.

Give us updates and come here for support. It's gonna be a tough day, but you'll make it and be relieved to have her home soon. Good luck Ahi!

Thank you. I definitely will be here for all of your support. I will ask if her vet will send her home with her pain meds pre measured. That sounds like you have a wonderful vet.

Originally Posted by Lilymo

Will be thinking about you tomorrow too. How old is Ahi now ? My vet was discussing spaying my girls when I was in yesterday but I said they were too wee. He said it could wait a bit yet but the younger they are the quicker they recover. Hope everything goes smoothly and the day passes quickly.

Ahi is now 13 1/2 months old. She made 1 on May 11th. I still haven't posted her birthday pics. And thank you for the well wishes.