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Ying Yang

I just got my pup neutered but will not leave his stitches a lone. . .

Baby boy just got neutered and he won't leave his stitches a lone. He has gotten the site really swollen. My vet said to get a E collar so I did but now he drags his hind legs behind him to use the carpet as a scratcher. What should I do? I do not want him to get infected or something.


Asked by Ying Yang on Aug 26th 2009 in Spaying & Neutering
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B.J., CGC

Sounds like it's time for him to be in his crate!


B.J., CGC answered on 8/26/09. Helpful? Yes/Helpful: No 0 Report this answer


Guest

You definately need to crate him. He needs to have his movement limited until the stitches stop itching. Put him in the crate with the e collar. Don't take that collar off no matter what. Your dog will open himself up even if you're not look for 5 minutes.


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Aster

Yes, crate him and check with the vet in the morning.


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Dieta

If they are red and swollen you may have to take him back in.
Have them look at the site and give you more meds if needed.
yep, keep his movement and scratching to minium. maybe crate is best option right now.
good luck


Dieta answered on 8/27/09. Helpful? Yes/Helpful: No 0 Report this answer


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