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Originally Posted by chloesMama  HI , Just wanted to update and ask a question....
Chloe had her vet visit and does have to get some teeth removed  The vet said she was in otherwise great condition. Chloe even let me brush her teeth without to much fuss...and her breath is better because of it !! They will remove her teeth when they spay her. We have it set for after the holidays ! We also are getting our other dog spayed at that time. My new vet told me about the cancer risk etc. with not spaying (something our old vet never told us.) So both girls are getting done.
So my question is ..How do you take care of them after a spaying and teeth removal ? Do they have to be still and not eat ? I know the vet will go over this with me in January , but I just want to have an idea of what to expect. I feel sorry for them already.
How long did it take your pups to recover ? and my Sydney is three now , is it harder for older dogs?
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I am sorry, but rest assured this is common in toy breeds and not a huge deal. My little Ella Bean had over 10 pulled when she got spayed! She is about 2 lbs. She did great!!
Post surgery you will want to limit activity for about a week. The first 2 days they are a bit groggy (some pups aren't and need to be restrained! LOL) so its pretty easy... You mostly dont want them pulling their stitches out by running, playing or jumping.
You also need to make sure they don't lick or chew at the incision. Some vets recommend using a cone, but a lot of people on YT buy baby onesies and cut a hole for the butt and tail and keep them dressed so that can't get to their bellies. Plus they look cute!!
As for the teeth pulling, that heals REALLY fast and most dogs will eat normally within a day. Ella ate that night, even after having over 10 pulled! She also drank normally and started chewing on sticks within a week! You want to make sure they eat and drink normally...but mostly, the mouth heals quickly and on its own....
Let us know how it goes!
Oh, one more thing! Please don't feed Royal Canin, its not so great...Wellness is a MUCH better choice.