 Kiwi's Preop (spay) Exam
I just wanted to update about Kiwi's preoperative visit last night. I learned that she is actually 2 lb 7 oz at 8 months. The veterinarian didn't seem to think that she was going to grow any significant amount that would make much difference with the surgery and was comfortable doing it now. He explained the options we could use lessen risks of complications, but obviously there is risk with any surgery.
Kiwi will have preop blood work done the morning of her surgery. She will have an IV during the surgery to keep her fluids stable and in the case any complications arise they won't have to take any extra time to find a vein to counteract them. If her blood sugar is low from having to be on an empty stomach, they can give her sugar through the IV. They'll use sevoflurane, which is the cutting edge anesthesia for humans and animals. It will put her out in about 30 seconds and wake up in about 30 seconds versus isoflurane, which takes about 2 minutes for going to sleep and waking up. He'll remove her 2 retained baby teeth so she doesn't have to go through this again. She'll come home with me that afternoon, which he stated and someone here on the forums stated that it doesn't make sense to keep her overnight when nobody is there and she can be home with me, who knows her best anyways. In case anyone is interested, the cost for this as it stands will start at about $300. The initial spay is $148, and the rest are options (blood work and IV fluids) and the 2 teeth.
I'm still going to dread this day, but I know everyone does, and you know how I feel. It will be a tearful day, but I bet Kiwi will fare a lot better than I do!
Below are a couple of Halloween shots of my little love: |