Dog recovery period after stone surgery

The recovery period after a dog's surgery depends on the dog's own resistance and physical condition. The specific time can be analyzed through the risk assessment form before the surgery, but the length of the recovery period depends largely on the postoperative management. After the surgery, the owner should not relax and should strengthen the dog's care to prevent the dog from touching or scratching the wound, which could lead to infection and prolonged healing.

** Symptoms of pain after dog stone surgery **

After a dog's surgery, when the anesthesia wears off, the dog may experience pain. Some dogs will emit a low and continuous bark; some dogs will be restless and walk back and forth; some dogs will curl up their bodies, and their limbs may shake; some dogs will hide in a dark corner. At this time, the dog's temperament will be aggressive, lack of security, and need more attention from the owner, more communication with it, and avoid close contact with strangers and dogs.

** How long can dogs take a bath after stone surgery? **

Usually, about two weeks after the dog's surgery, when the wound surface has basically healed, you can bathe the dog. However, there are still some things to note about bathing. First, prepare everything in advance before bathing the dog, such as slightly warmer water than the dog's body temperature, dog-specific shampoo, and items to dry the dog's fur. Second, during the bath, try not to get the wound wet and avoid touching the wound.

** What to feed dogs after stone surgery? **

Dogs need to supplement nutrients after surgery, and attention should be paid to light diet planning. Dogs can eat some easily digestible dog food, drink bone broth, chicken broth, or fish broth, or eat easily digestible foods like chicken breast. These foods are not only easy to digest but also nourishing, replenishing amino acids and proteins, and enhancing resistance. At the same time, care should be taken not to let the dog engage in strenuous exercise.