Piper was older (3 yrs) and larger (9 lbs), but I, too, brought her home the same day. Within the first hour home I called my vet and explained Piper could not seem to get comfortable and she kept stretching her little neck. My vet said to increase her pain med--very carefully (i.e. amount) and after doing so, my girl slept--rest, after all, is truly thee best medicine. I made sure Piper had water and offered her bites of chicken, but the first 12-24 hrs, she pretty much took small doses of pain medicine and slept. Keep a close eye on your girl, make sure she's warm and comfortable and keep her close. Don't let her do anything like jumping, etc., for several days...Of course as they get to feeling better, they think they're invincible! Which is why, of course, you have to control their activities. Your little one will do well, but I totally get how unnerving the whole procedure and recovery is on you! Deep breath...you'll both be fine! |