the big "SNIP"

futuremrscohick

Soooooo.... I'm taking Sarge to get his manhood removed on Wednesday.  DH is out of town for 2 weeks, so I'm doing this solo.  On top of it, this is the first time I've had to take a dog to get snipped (Ollie & Coco both were done before we got them).

 Any advice for me?  What can I expect?  How long should he remain in a relaxed state (ie: no playing or running around) and how do I keep him that way?  This 6-month old LOVES to play with everything in sight!  We're supposed to be going to my parents' on Friday for Father's Day weekend, so I'm hoping he's okay for that.

 TIA!

Me&Mr.T

They pretty much know what they can and can't handle. Our dogs were insane. We tried so hard to keep them calm but they were even younger (about 10 weeks) and just wanted to play. They knew what they could and couldn't do.

DrVWife

Our dog Tully was about 6 months old when he had his done.  He spent that first night sleeping...the next day he was a little more active and it increased day by day.  I would think he would be fine for the trip to your parents.  I am sure the vet will let you know what limits they would suggest.

TheLinkBride

I hope his neuter goes well.  The main thing is to keep him from getting at the stitches.  Crate rest and mental exercise can help but he will probably still want to play.

bridz2be

One way to limit some of the exercise is to block off any stairs, which is what our vet suggested. Sadie was about 6 months and slept 1-2 days after we brought her home (they keep them for a night as well--vet policy). Then again, although she loves to play a lot she is also pretty calm for a lab puppy and loves her down time. In fact, as I type she is curled up (all 70 pounds of her) on my husbands lap snuggled in. She's a (cute, adorable) mess. I'm wondering how she's going to share lap time with the baby...  

Anyway, if he is bothering his stitches a lot, you may need to get a cone so that it heals properly. We had to do this with our lab growing up. GL! 

pookielove

When we had Chester done, he was about six months old as well.  His surgery was in the morning and I picked him up in the evening after work.  He slept most of that night, and by the next day, it was like nothing had happened.  I think we gave him a Kong a couple times to calm him down when he started getting crazy but otherwise, he didn't give us any problems.  Good luck to Sarge (and you!).  I hope everything goes well with his neuter

nala611

Our puppy went in for her spay last week and had to stay overnight (mandatory at our vet). I don't think it's as invasive for males so he should probably get to come home the same day. I think the biggest thing is trying to keep them calm so they don't mess up their stitches. We were given a prescription anti-inflammatory so her incision didn't bother her and she hasn't touched it so far.?

I think a pp mentioned keeping them mentally stimulated will tire them out as well. We purchased a Kong to give her when she's especially playful (which is most of the time!) and she goes right to sleep after she gets everything out.?

CutesBoots

Our vet told us we should limit Haley's play and use of stairs for about a week after her spay.  For the night and the next day after surgery, we kept her in the crate or next to us on a leash to keep her from running around.  We kept her walks short for a few more days, but it wasn't long before she had her usual spunk back.

Best of luck to Sarge!  I think the main thing is to keep an eye on the stitches.  You'll also want to keep his meals light the first night because his tummy may still be upset from the medications.