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Originally Posted by Ldyrev1  Well today at 2pm I take Princess Sophie to the vet for her Kennel Cough shot. Tomorrow is her day to be spayed. My baby is really growing up. I expect to hear that she is at least 4 lbs. since she was 3 lbs. 13 oz. at her last checkup.
I know this is a procedure that #1 is necessary and #2 done thousands of times. All our female dogs have gone through it but all our dogs were quite a bit bigger than Sophie. I also know I shouldn't be afraid but I know there is always a chance that things can go wrong. So...in a nutshell, I am worrying and afraid for her. The procedure will most likely go off without a hitch but there is always that chance.
Our vet is familiar with small animals and all the things that can happen and I trust her tremendously. I can't explain why I feel this way except to say that I know sometimes things do go wrong and I love this little ball of fur so very much. I don't know what I would do without her.
I have onesies for her to wear after and I know how to handle pups after this procedure, I just hate that she has to go through this. It isn't an option, for her health and our peace of mind.
I don't really have any questions just needed to vent. Thanks!! |
I feel exactly as you do. My Jilli Ann is only 3 pounds 12 ounces now and I've been waiting for her to gain a little more weight and maybe get stronger. Even the Vet. doesn't want to spay her, and suggested I take her down to the internal specialist who is more specialized and has all the equipment for these tiny ones. Jilli Ann is 1 year 10 months, has gone thru one heat and I'm going to let her go thu one more, then I will take her to our local Vet. for another evaluation. If she still doesn't want to spay her, then I'll let the specialist check her out.
Ask your Vet. if she's set up with special equipment to handle these tiny ones.