As Simba's mom wrote, no jumping or running. No bathing for 2 weeks. Max was fine when he came home, but needed his pain med the first night. I carried him on his walking route for about 1.5 weeks because when I let him walk too much, he started to bruise on his belly.
A lot of pups will bounce back right away and want to resume full activities immediately. The hardest part is discouraging them from doing so.
May vets will recommend feeding a lighter meal the evening after having anesthesia. Max has a cast-iron stomach and wanted his full dinner.
Don't forget to withhold food and water the night before and morning of surgery. Vets differ in the time they recommend -- 9 pm to midnight.
Best wishes for Brody and you.
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