Nervous for Luma's SPAY!

[Carmeow]

Originally Posted by LogansDaddy

Awww... it will be OK We had Logan neutered last week... poor little guy. They did his surgery early in the morning and we were told to pick him up after 5... I think we got there at 5:01! Haha! He was groggy and grumpy but he was extra snuggly all night long. We took the pain meds they suggesed (they were NOT very expensive) because his particular surgery was extra invasive (basically he had to be spayed AND neutered because one of his testicles never descended... yeah, I know... TMI!!! LOL) But we only gave him 2 doses and he bounced RIGHT back. By the next morning he was his usual self, getting into mischief with his brother and sisters.

Our vet told us we could feed Logan about 1/2 of what he was used to eating, but not until after we had him home for an hour. But he was NOT interested in food at ALL. He just wanted to curl up on his pillow and sleep! (The next morning, he ate like a GORILLA!!!!!)

We were also told not to bathe him until AFTER we take him back to get the sutures out, 10-14 days post procedure. I'm used to bathing him every 6-7 days, so... he's going to be a dirty boy!!!

Just be calm, because I bet Miss Luma is very tuned in to your emotions. Remember that your vet spays hundreds of animals a year. And... think how much happier your baby will be AFTER it's over! She won't have to go into heat and be miserable and uncomfortable every couple weeks.

I'll send some positive healing vibes Luma's way (and your way, too!)

I missed your post the first time reading through, but thank you so much! I'm glad to hear his spayter went well! Poor baby.

My bf said the same thing, I need to be strong for her, if mommy is calm she will be too. We really are attuned to each other. We are going to get a baby onesie for her becauseI KNOW she'll be the type to try to tear them out.

Do they always use regular stitches, or would they possibly use ones that'd dissolve/fall out? I don't want to ask them if it's a really stupid question lol.

[sophias mommy]

Originally Posted by Carmeow

I missed your post the first time reading through, but thank you so much! I'm glad to hear his spayter went well! Poor baby.

My bf said the same thing, I need to be strong for her, if mommy is calm she will be too. We really are attuned to each other. We are going to get a baby onesie for her becauseI KNOW she'll be the type to try to tear them out.

Do they always use regular stitches, or would they possibly use ones that'd dissolve/fall out? I don't want to ask them if it's a really stupid question lol.

Brody and Sophia both had stitches that just dissolve/fall out..... not a stupid question . It was weird because I vividly remember seeing them when they were first spayed/neutered... but I have no idea when they dissolved!!

[Cherie6446]

Zoey did just fine with her spay. I dropped her off in the morning and then I played golf to keep my mind off of the surgery. She was out of it when I picked her up and they had her in a onesie. Since she sleeps with me and her bowls were loose I slept with her on the floor. I was exhausted by that. She whimpered on and off all night long. The next day she was up and around and by the second day she was acting like nothing had happened. I think the first night is the hardest.

[Carmeow]

It's tomorrow!! I'm so nervous! I tried very hard to stay busy today. We were excited to go on a walk in the park with her brand new BB, but it didn't come today! We did get a lovely package from Aymee.;.I'm putting together a box for my BFF's baby shower! Aymee made me the CUTEST little ocean-themed board book like the one she did for Sophia in the GE, and a card!

We'll drop her off around 7:30am and be able to pick her up in the afternoon. Wish us luck!! I know she'll be okay! Oh, and a tooth she was supposed to get pulled fell out today! WOO! Less money for me to pay lol.

[Ahis_Mama]

Good luck on her spay tomorrow! I'll be praying for a smooth surgery and a quick recovery. I'm still nervous on Ahi's spay. They rescheduled it to the 28th.

[mscat]

I am sure things will be fine for your little ones spay. I think it is harder on us then it is on them. Try not to be nervous or anxious,because she will pick up on it. My Suzi is getting spayed soon, and a dental cleaning with possible tooth extraction. The stitches disolve, and she will be monitered the entire time during the surgery. We have only one vet certified by AHHA in the entire county, and this is the one we use sine our dogs have been babies. they use the latest tech equipment , and I am having a complete blood test before hand. I just went today and discussed all my questions with the vet tech , and they do send home pain meds, and was not reccomended onsies, because they can still chew the stitches, so a cone will be needed. I have to bring her in early morning and pick her up in the evening. I trust our vet very much . It helps to know that Suzi is going to be in very good hands and well cared for before and during, and after her surgery.

[Carmeow]

We dropped her off a little bit ago :'( I was okay for the first thirty seconds and then I started sobbing and haven't stopped since. I'm not even worried about the surgery so much anymore, I just feel so wrong leaving her. I miss her so much it hurts. 4pm needs to come now. Meanwhile I'm left to do nothing but be a crying mess. Bf and I got back in bed and he fell asleep, but I can't. She should be sleeping right between us, curled up to her mama. I can't wait to hold her.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by Carmeow

We dropped her off a little bit ago :'( I was okay for the first thirty seconds and then I started sobbing and haven't stopped since. I'm not even worried about the surgery so much anymore, I just feel so wrong leaving her. I miss her so much it hurts. 4pm needs to come now. Meanwhile I'm left to do nothing but be a crying mess. Bf and I got back in bed and he fell asleep, but I can't. She should be sleeping right between us, curled up to her mama. I can't wait to hold her.

I can't wait for 4 pm to come for you so that you can bring your baby home. Wish I could hit a fast forward button for you. Keep busy today.

[Carmeow]

Originally Posted by Maximo

I can't wait for 4 pm to come for you so that you can bring your baby home. Wish I could hit a fast forward button for you. Keep busy today.

Thank you so much Kristin!! You're so sweet. She is out of surgery now and resting hopefully. I am dying to see her. It was so relieving to hear them say she did great. Bf is taking me out to eat at my favorite place ever! And I finally got out of my pjs...lol. so I feel better. Roll on 4pm!

[rubymoon2072]

so glad all went well and she will soon be back with her mamma and daddy!! have fun eating at your favorite place!!

[BabyGirl Rosie]

Bless your heart. It is going to be ok. At 4 pm you will be so glad to get to see her. Have you called the vet to check on her? My vet let me do that. It really helped me. It gave me so much peace of mind with my worries.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by Carmeow

Thank you so much Kristin!! You're so sweet. She is out of surgery now and resting hopefully. I am dying to see her. It was so relieving to hear them say she did great. Bf is taking me out to eat at my favorite place ever! And I finally got out of my pjs...lol. so I feel better. Roll on 4pm!

I am so happy to hear that all went well!!! Come on 4 pm!
Your boyfriend is very thoughtful. Enjoy dinner and snuggling with Luma tonight.

[mscat]

I am so glad your baby did well , and is doing fine. I am sure that is a enormous relief to you.

[sophias mommy]

awwww glad to see Luma did well!! I can't wait until she's home with you!!!

[BabyGirl Rosie]

Originally Posted by Carmeow

Thank you so much Kristin!! You're so sweet. She is out of surgery now and resting hopefully. I am dying to see her. It was so relieving to hear them say she did great. Bf is taking me out to eat at my favorite place ever! And I finally got out of my pjs...lol. so I feel better. Roll on 4pm!

I missed this before I posted my reply!! Sorry! Glad she is doing great!! And momma too! Hopefully you have her with you now.