Tips to find the right Vet for
your puppy's desexing
Trying to find the right Vet is much more important than simply going with the cheapest Veterinarian in your area. Of course you have to look at cost when making the decision of which Vet to choose, but unfortunately not all Vets perform the surgeries to a high standard level. If you are anything like us then you want the best care for your pet. If you ask a few questions about what goes on during your pets stay at the clinic, this will really help you to find the right Vet to trust your pooch with. You are probably wondering what are good questions to ask? Will my dog have a Pre Anesthetic Health Check prior to surgery? First of all, if you are unsure what an anesthetic is, it is a drug that makes your dog unable to feel what is happening during surgery. Commonly it will make your pooch unconscious for a period of time until surgery is complete. Once you find the right Vet it is very important that your dog has a thorough health check prior to having any procedure requiring anesthetic. This should include your Vet getting your pets TPR (temperature, pulse and respiratory rate) as well as checking for any other issues your pet may have. It is necessary that your Vet do this to ensure that your dog is not ill. Should your pooch be ill, it can affect their safety during the surgery. Does the clinic offer Pre Anesthetic Blood Testing? Performing a blood test to check your dog’s vital organs prior to surgery can really make a big difference. The results can help determine whether or not your dog is fit and healthy to handle the anesthetic and surgery safely. That makes this an important question to ask to find the right Vet to look after your pup. This blood testing also can show if there are any underlining conditions in your dog you may not be aware of. This test will be a good reference of your dog’s normal blood levels as well. This can help if your dog is ever unwell in the future as a point of comparison. Sometimes you can have the blood test done on the day of the surgery or 24 hours prior depending on your clinic. Will my dog get Intravenous Fluids?
If you were to undergo a surgery such as this, a doctor would place us on an IV (intravenous) drip as it can make the procedure safer. The Intravenous fluids allow the Vet and Vet Nurse to maintain your pup’s blood pressure during the surgery and they are likely to wake up a lot brighter and less lethargic. You will find the right Vet believes your puppy deserves the best treatment and this can make a big difference to your dog’s surgery.
Where will my dog be prior to surgery and when they recover? We find it really important that our dog feels as comfortable as possible not only prior to surgery but during and after. Our dogs already dislike going to the Vet as it is, so making their stay as comfortable as possible puts us in the good books with them! Good clinics provide cages which have comfortable bedding including heat pads to keep your pet warm. Tip: Taking something to put into your dogs cage for the day can be a great way to make them feel calmer whilst giving them something familiar to snuggle up to. Who will be looking after my dog whilst the Vet is performing the surgery? A clinics nursing team is a major factor to look at when choosing the right clinic for your dog to undergo a surgery. During a procedure such as this, a good clinic will have a member of the nursing staff aiding in preparing your pooch for surgery. The nurse will monitor them under the anesthetic and also help your loving dog recover. They will be with your dog the whole time with their sole job being to ensure the safety of your beloved pet. Many times throughout the surgery your Vet will be busy performing the procedure therefore it is important that someone is purely focused on your dog’s vital signs. To find the right Vet ask the question… “Will there be a nurse assisting the Vet during the surgery?”. This is always a good idea, as unfortunately it's not always the case at all clinics. Does the clinic have a sterile surgical theater and do they sterilize their instruments after every procedure? If you were unsure, having a sterile surgical theater means having a surgery area clean and free of germs. The same goes for needing sterile surgical tools or instruments. Should the area not be sterile it can cause complications in your dog’s surgery and recovery. Obviously some clinics are cleaner than others. Many will allow you to take a tour of the clinic which can give you a good indication of how clean the area is and how safe from infection your pup will be during their stay. Will my pet have Pain Relief?
Having your dog Spayed or Neutered is a big procedure and we feel that pain relief is a must. We know if we were having such a procedure we’d be opting for pain relief. As your little four legged friends can’t always let you know when something hurts, it is important to make sure you speak up for them. Pain relief in the days following the procedure can really make your dog feel much more comfortable and happy.
Please feel free to print off this page before you go on your search to find the right Vet and ask them these questions. The best care for your best friend
is extremely important, especially with serious surgeries.
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