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Judy in Waco · 06-23-2009, 03:37 PM

I know how nervous that can make you, but you are making the right decision for him.

Is he having any teeth removed at the same time? If so, you might want to have some soft food available. Be prepared for a lot of cuddling and sleeping. I know it's tough, but you have to love on him lots!

Make sure that if the vet offers pain meds for the first night, that you get them. Gizmo was sore the first night, but back to his normal self the next day. Luckily he didn't lick or bother the stitches, but some will. I had newborn onesies to put on him if he started licking, but luckily he didn't need to wear them. (Thanks Wylie's Mom!). They just seemed like they would be much more comfortable than those big collars.

Kandi will be spayed next month as well. It was supposed to be this month, but she decided to go into heat.

There's also a sticky somewhere that lists all of the tests you need to ask for ahead of time and what to make sure the vet does the right things for these little guys. Make sure to check that out.

06-23-2009, 03:37 PM	#2
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	I know how nervous that can make you, but you are making the right decision for him. Is he having any teeth removed at the same time? If so, you might want to have some soft food available. Be prepared for a lot of cuddling and sleeping. I know it's tough, but you have to love on him lots! Make sure that if the vet offers pain meds for the first night, that you get them. Gizmo was sore the first night, but back to his normal self the next day. Luckily he didn't lick or bother the stitches, but some will. I had newborn onesies to put on him if he started licking, but luckily he didn't need to wear them. (Thanks Wylie's Mom!). They just seemed like they would be much more comfortable than those big collars. Kandi will be spayed next month as well. It was supposed to be this month, but she decided to go into heat. There's also a sticky somewhere that lists all of the tests you need to ask for ahead of time and what to make sure the vet does the right things for these little guys. Make sure to check that out. __________________ The fullness of our heart is expressed in our eyes, in our touch, in what we write, in what we say, in the way we walk, the way we receive, the way we need. -Mother Teresa ( RIP Gizmo 3/9/07-8/18/12) Last edited by Judy in Waco; 06-23-2009 at 03:39 PM.