[Gracie2006]

My Gracie had bilateral LP surgery about one year ago. She is doing great. Her last vet check said the surgery took just fine. I posted several threads about my experiences with Gracie, along with some heartbreaking photos. There are lots of other threads on here about LP. Just use the search feature to find them all. The best advise I can give is get it done sooner rather than later. It will be harder on you than it is on your baby. Also get a super soft bed pillow, it will be much more comfortable during the first several days post-op for your baby to rest on it and be moved on it. Watch for signs that your baby is in pain (trembling, lethargic, not wanting to eat or move, whimpering). Don't hesitate to call your vet and ask for more pain meds. And no matter what, make sure they send some home with you. My Gracie was given Tramadol and Rimadyl. We had to up her Tramadol during the first 3-5 days post op to control her pain. If your baby has long hair, have it clipped short before surgery. I was glad I did that for Gracie. Laying around more they tangle up easily. Gracie got diarrhea and could not be given a bath because of her bandages. It would have been a nightmare to clean her up if her hair had been long. Take care and I hope the surgery goes well.