| Darlene68 | 10-08-2009 06:03 AM |
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Originally Posted by Lou
(Post 2830601)
Stitches: Have you heard about putting a baby onsie on him backwards so his tail sticks our off the crotch opening. That works for some, but Skeeter had to wear an e-collar to keep him from messing with his stitches. Also you can still use something like Bitter Apple around the area even if you don't put it directly on the stitches.
Exercise: It is really hard to keep a puppy quiet even after surgery. Do you have stairs for him to use instead of letting him jump on and off the couch or bed. He will try jumping and even if you are right there you can't always stop him. No running, wrestling or tugging right now. Gentle play with soft toys will be ok and if you can't have him right there with you put him in an XPen or crate.
I'm glad he is feeling better today. I know a lot of vets won't give pain meds because they think the pain keeps them quiet since they tend to hunker down but for anyone reading this that will soon be going through the same thing - insist on something for the pain at least for the first 24 hours home.
| Thank you! I have a bulky sweater on him and it makes it difficult to reach his stitches, the onsies idea is great though, I wish I had gotten that now, probably more comfortable.
I have a ramp, so Bailey doesn't jump on furniture, he is to little to jump up on the sofa. I am staying home all day with him to make sure he is okay. Can you tell me when normal play can resume? The vet wrote down 10 to 12 days, that seems like a long time! | 