What You Need to Know Before Your Dog's Surgery at Green Dog Veterinary Center
Pre-Surgery Questions
- Why is the Surgery Needed? Discuss the reasons for the surgery, what it entails, and the expected recovery time with your veterinarian.
- Lab Work: Yes, pre-surgery lab tests are necessary to evaluate your dog's metabolic stability and overall health.
- Specialist Consultation: We may refer your dog to a specialist, depending on the surgery. This is often the case for orthopedic or certain emergency surgeries.
- Pre-Surgery Lab Work Goals: The tests will examine organ functionality and platelet counts to understand how your dog will metabolize anesthesia and whether they have proper blood clotting.
During Surgery
- Monitoring: A team of veterinarians and specialized technicians at Green Dog Veterinary Center will monitor your dog while they are under anesthesia.
Post-Surgery Care
- Recovery Time: Varies depending on the surgery — generally, ten days for soft tissue surgeries and up to two weeks for more complex surgeries.
- Home Recovery: Follow the discharge instructions closely, including guidelines on medications, diet, and activity levels. An E-collar may be necessary to prevent your dog from disturbing the surgical site.
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