Things You'll Need:
- Patience And Compassion
- Pet Carrier
- Pet Treats
- Pet Treats
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Step 1
Buy a pet carrier and train your pet to ride in it. If your dog is too large for a carrier, teach him to ride in the backseat of the car. Provide yummy treats after a drive so the pet has positive associations with car rides. This will make trips to the veterinarian's office much easier.
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Step 2
Bring your pet to a reputable veterinarian. Word of mouth is the best way to find a good vet. The veterinarian will tell you when your pet is old enough for neutering or spaying. It might be as early as eight weeks.
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Step 3
Follow any presurgery instructions the veterinarian provides.
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Step 4
Act calmly and lovingly as you bring your pet in for surgery. Your attitude can soothe your furry friend.
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Step 5
After the surgery, administer any pain-management medications to your pet according to your vet's instructions.
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Step 6
Call your veterinarian's office the following day. A diligent vet will want a post-op update.
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Step 7
Monitor your pet closely for the next 24 hours. Contact your vet immediately if you see symptoms of possible complications (vomiting, failure to eat, weakness, bleeding or swelling).
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Step 8
If your pet is chewing or licking the incision, ask your veterinarian about getting a special collar to prevent this.
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Step 9
Keep your pet indoors for a few days while he or she heals, to reduce the risk of torn sutures or infection. Understand that females will typically take a longer time to mend since an ovariohysterectomy is a more involved surgery than a castration is.
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Step 10
Schedule a return visit to your veterinarian when it is time to have the sutures removed.
