What to Expect after Orthopedic Surgery for Your Pet

There’s a high chance that your pet will undergo pet surgery at an animal hospital at some point. Many different conditions can require surgery. From simple spay and neutering procedures to removing cancerous tumors, surgery could someday become a reality. As a pet owner, it can help to plan ahead of time. If you live in or near Midwest City, OK, feel free to contact or stop by a “veterinarian near me” on our team at Animal Medical Center of Midwest City. We can help answer your questions and concerns.

Preparing for after the Surgery

Your pet is likely going to be confused and lethargic after surgery. There is a high chance that he will still be feeling some effects from the anesthesia administered at our veterinary hospital. This may make it difficult for him to walk. You should take things easy when leaving our animal hospital and let your pet move at a slower pace.

When you get back home after surgery at the vet hospital, it’s wise to set up a bed in a quiet, dark area of the house. This way, he can recover peacefully. You might set up his favorite dog or cat bed in a spare bedroom, for example. If there are kids in the house, it’s smart to keep them away from your pet until he or she can recover.

A “veterinarian near me” at our veterinary hospital may have provided you with pain medications. Often, your pet will feel the most pain in the time shortly after the pet surgery. It’s usually a good idea to give him pain medication during this time. Of course, make sure you listen to the directions provided by your vet. If your pet appears to be in extreme pain, you may want to call a veterinarian on our veterinary team for further advice.

Look for Complications

Serious complications with pet surgery are rare but can happen. In some cases your pet may contract an infection. If you notice puss, swelling, or other signs of an infection, you may need to head to our vet hospital.

Get Pet Surgery from Our Animal Hospital

If you are looking to get pet surgery for your pet, we at Animal Medical Center of Midwest City in Midwest City, OK, are here to help. Call us at (405) 732-0043 for more information.