The Humane Society Stratford Perth Humane Society Spay Neuter Clinic Post Operative Instruction Manual

Stratford Perth Humane Society Spay Neuter Clinic Post Operative

Product Information

Specifications:

• Brand: Stratford Perth Humane Society
• Product: Spay Neuter Clinic Post-operative Instructions
• Address: 125 Griffith Road, Stratford, ON N5A 6S4
• Contact: Phone – 519-273-6600, Fax – 519-273-7319
• Website: www.sphumane.com
• Charitable BIN: 11898 3550 RR0001

Product Usage Instructions

Diet:

Please provide your pet with access to fresh water at all times.
Feed your cat a small amount (approximately 1/3 to 1/2 of their
normal meal) of their regular food on the evening after the
surgery. Avoid offering unusual foods or treats as it may upset
their stomach. Return to normal feeding amounts by the next
day.

Exercise:

Keep your cat indoors for 7-10 days post-operation to prevent
any damage to the incision site due to high levels of activity.

Microchip:

Your cat has had a microchip implanted under the skin over their
shoulder blades. The microchip number is provided on your
certificate of spay/neuter. The Stratford Perth Humane Society will
register your pet’s microchip with 24PetWatch using the provided
information. It is recommended to contact the company to ensure the
information is correct.

Emergency Clinic Reference List:

The provided emergency clinic reference list includes:

1. Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Waterloo
   Region
   405 Maple Grove Road, Unit 14
   Cambridge, Ontario N3E 1B6
   Phone: 888-787-0914

2. London Regional Veterinary Emergency and Referral
   Hospital
   41 Adelaide Street North, Suite 45
   London, ON, Canada N6B 3P4
   Phone: 519-432-3300

FAQs

Q: How long should I keep my cat indoors post-operation?

A: It is recommended to keep your cat indoors
for 7-10 days after the surgery to prevent any complications.

Q: What should I feed my cat after the surgery?

A: Provide your cat with a small amount (1/3 to
1/2 of their normal meal) of their regular food on the evening
after the surgery. Avoid unusual foods or treats.

Q: How can I verify the information on my pet’s microchip?

A: Contact the microchip registration company,
24PetWatch, to ensure that the information associated with your
pet’s microchip is correct.

Stratford Perth Humane Society Spay Neuter Clinic Post-operative Instructions for Owners
The Stratford Perth Humane Society would like to thank you for having your cat spayed or neutered. Please read the following post-operative information regarding your pet, and let us know if you have any questions.
First 24 Hours Your pet may appear a little sleepy or groggy when you first pick them up, and may not be completely steady on their feet ­ please block any stairs where they may hurt themselves, or confine them to a small room if needed. If your pet has a bandage on their leg, please remove it when you arrive home.
Diet Please provide your pet with access to fresh water. Please feed your cat a small amount (approx. 1/3-1/2 their normal meal) of their regular food this evening. Please do not offer unusual foods or treats as it may upset their stomach. By tomorrow the feeding amount can return to normal.
Incision Care Please check what your cat’s incision looks like at the time of discharge ­ this is what it should continue to look like, any swelling or bruising should be minimal. Please check your pet’s incision twice a day to make sure it appears normal. If you notice any excess swelling, bruising, bleeding or discharge, please seek veterinary attention. All sutures are placed under the skin and will dissolve on their own; no suture removal is required. Please ensure your pets incision stays clean and dry, this includes no swimming or bathing for two weeks. The e-collar (cone) must remain on your cat for 3-5 days. You will notice a small green tattoo near your pet’s incision (or near the belly button for male cats) ­ these tattoos are covered in a small amount of special tissue glue and a slightly crusty appearance is normal after surgery.
Female Cats: The most common post-operative incisional complication that we see in female cats is called a seroma. Seromas are a common occurrence at the surgery site and do not require treatment. A seroma is an accumulation of fluid at the incision area. This causes mild swelling. These occur because of movement at the incision from an active cat and a normal reaction to the dissolvable sutures used to close the incision. Though seromas can resemble a hernia at the incision, the way we close incisions makes hernias extremely rare. Seromas resolve themselves over a couple of weeks and don’t require any attention. Seromas are not red or painful, and do not have any external discharge. They cannot be “pushed back” into the abdomen. If you have questions about a possible seroma please contact us.
Medications All cats received a medication at the time of surgery that provides pain control for 24 hours. Male cats do not require any further pain medications. Female cats will be provided with 2 pre-measured syringes of oral pain reliever to be given tomorrow and the following day. Please follow the instructions on the medication label, and give with food. If your cat develops vomiting, diarrhea, black stools or a lack of appetite while on this medication, please discontinue its use and seek veterinary attention. DO NOT GIVE YOUR PET ANY HUMAN PAIN MEDICATION; this can be very dangerous and even fatal to your pet.
125 Griffith Road, Stratford, ON N5A 6S4 Phone: 519-273-6600 Fax: 519-273-7319 www.sphumane.com Charitable BIN 11898 3550 RR0001

Stratford Perth Humane Society Spay Neuter Clinic Post-operative Instructions for Owners

Exercise Please keep cats indoors for 7-10 days post-op. High levels of activity post-surgery may damage the incision.

Microchip Your cat has had a microchip implanted under the skin over their shoulder blades. The number has been provided to you on your certificate of spay/neuter. We will register your pet’s microchip with 24PetWatch using the information provided, but we recommend you contact the company to ensure the information is correct.

Post-Operative Concerns We will provide follow up care at the SPHS or KWHS for issues pertaining to surgery for 1 week following surgery at minimal cost. Please contact us during business hours at 519-273-6600 ext 235 if you have a concern. If you have concerns regarding your pet that occur outside business hours, you will need to contact your local veterinarian or emergency clinic (reference list below). If you take your pet to an emergency clinic or to another veterinarian for treatment of a surgical issue, you will incur the costs and will not be refunded by the SPHS.

It is your responsibility to ensure any follow up care is given. Examples of concerns requiring immediate care are: Extensive swelling at the incision especially if accompanied by redness and pain. Open areas on the incision or any bleeding Vomiting in the week after surgery Suspicion of a fever in your pet. This may be seen as excessive sleepiness or lack of appetite. Lack of appetite which persists beyond 48 hours after the surgery. Anything which you feel is making your pet distressed or painful

Emergency Clinic Reference List This is a reference list only. The SPHS does not necessarily recommend or endorse these facilities. This is not a complete list and there may be emergency veterinary services which are not listed below.

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Waterloo Region 405 Maple Grove Road, Unit 14 Cambridge Ontario N3E 1B6 Phone: 888-787-0914

London Regional Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital 41 Adelaide Street North, Suite 45 London, ON. Canada, N6B 3P4 Phone: 519-432-3300

125 Griffith Road, Stratford, ON N5A 6S4 Phone: 519-273-6600 Fax: 519-273-7319 www.sphumane.com Charitable BIN 11898 3550 RR0001

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