[TraciG]

Originally Posted by Ellie May

He needs to go in a crate or on your lap (or on a leash relaxing) for the next week at a minimum. No walks. No jumping. Carry up stairs if possible - at the very least no running up stairs. No running. No playing rough. If he isn't kept quiet, he will be at risk for surgical site damage. If you want him to go on walks with you, then you can carry him.

Watch the incision for any major redness, heat, pain, or swelling. Watch gums for anything other than pink and wet. If he continues to act off, I'd call your vet in the morning.

Brutus isn't crated ( maybe another mistake on my part), and we have been carrying him up and down the stairs and haven't allowed any jumping on furniture. I think it was that stupid walk. Thanks so much for your suggestions, I will definatley keep monitoring him and checking his incision as well. He has really perked up, so I am hoping he just had to re-coup .