La canine sterilization it is one of the most common and simple surgical operations performed today. However, like any surgery, it involves some discomfort and requires minimal care during the following days. In this case we focus on the recovery of the females after the castration.
First of all we must prepare a comfortable zone so that our dog can rest once it has been operated. It is essential that you have a quiet place, free from drafts and away from the noise, and that we keep it clean, in order to avoid infection in the wound.
On the other hand, we have to prevent the wound from being lickedsince your saliva may contain bacteria; furthermore, you would run the risk of removing the stitches. The most common is that the veterinarian provides us with the so-called Elizabethan collar, similar to a bell, which prevents the female from reaching the wound with her snout. It will be our responsibility to clean the area with the products that the veterinarian indicates, and always from the inside out.
It is essential that we prevent the dog from running, jumping or doing any rough physical activity, as this could cause the wound to open. However, you can give quiet, short walks from the next day after the intervention. It is also important to fast for a few hours before and after, depending on what the vet tells us.
Likewise, we must monitor the urine of the animal; it is best to urinate as soon as possible, as this eliminates the anesthesia. On the other hand, we have to make sure that it takes the drugs recommended by the veterinarian, who will also frequently check the condition of the animal.
Finally, it is important that we go immediately to a veterinary clinic in case of fever, bleeding, swelling of the abdomen, or any other suspicious sign.