My sister got her puppy spayed at six months old, too. She says I should get my puppy an IV. Should I? I mean, what will it do for (or to) her?
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The IV will keep her hydrated during the surgery and will also provide an open line if needed for emergency procedures.
The vets I work for don't require it, but if asked candidly, love having it in place.
Remember you have fasted her prior, so the fluids being run help her feel better than she would otherwise when she wakes up.
It is an option, but a good one and fairly inexpensive.
For what? Your dog will be under anesthesia during the procedure and will be watched carefully as she comes out of it. Only then will you be allowed to take her home. The vet will give you pain meds and info on making sure the sutures are healing properly and when/if you need to go back to have them removed. Spaying is routine surgery, complications are very rare, and most dogs are 100% back to routine in less than 1 day. Ask your vet all these questions, but I'm sure he/she will confirm your fears. Your pup will be fine. Thank you for spaying your dog and helping us to control the pet overpopulation problem!
EDIT: for some reason I thought you meant AFTER the operation-at home- boy do I feel like a dummy! Of course the others suggesting it's an option are 100% correct. Maybe I should think more before I answer...LOL
She will be fine a bit drowsy, she will be a lot calmer. THat is preety much it, 6 months is a good age, hope everything goes well. Check the Banfield site they might have some more info.
your pup does not need a iv,it is just a waste of your money,your pup well stay at the vets until it is safe for ir to go home,,
Good for you for deciding to get your puppy spayed!! If you want to pay a little extra money for an IV and fluids you should ask the vet to do it for you. They usually put people on IV fluids during surgery, especially for something like an Ovarian hysterectomy. IV fluids will ensure that your puppies blood pressure will remain at a normal level during surgery. And it also allows easy access to her vein. If something were to happen while she is under anesthesia they would be able to quickly administer the proper medications. You can talk to your veterinarian about it more before you have the surgery done. Your vet will be able to give you the best answer. Good luck with your pup!
The IV is something the vets will offer you during your pups surgery. You don't have to have it, but you can. The vet will tell you everything they reccomend for your dog, although, you, are the ultimate decider in much of what they use during surgery(like an IV and thinks that are non essential.)
Good for yoy for spaying your puppy! She'll be fine!
At our practice an IV is not an option, but a critical necessity! If something should go wrong, you need a vein immediately to initiate treatment. Also, dehyration and low blood pressure can damage the kidneys--keeping fluids going during surgery supports the body systems. IV's, pain medication, intubation, and monitoring equipment are not routine in low cost clinics--they cut corners in many areas in order to save money, at the risk of pet health.
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