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Old 13-03-2009, 09:23 AM
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Dog won't drink after operation

Bert had an operation on Tuesday (for laxating patella) and although he has eaten a little bit (and has peed and pooed) he has not drunk a drop since he came home (probably since he left home on Tuesday).

Getting a little concerned as last time (he had to have the other leg done too) he ate and drank fine. He is as comfortable as possible otherwise.

I've tried giving an ice cube - but he doesn't even want to lick that

Hope someone can help - might ring our vets later though.
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I had to make Poppy drink after she was spayed, I found it easier to put water on her nose and she licked it off, slowly but surely she started drinking properly again, though, was slow going but we got there in the end...

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Re: Dog won't drink after operation

Have now made an appointment with our vet.... don't think it's good to wait any longer.
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Have now made an appointment with our vet.... don't think it's good to wait any longer.
very good plan!!! Hope it gets sorted!!xxxxx
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Try putting some goats milk in the water
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Old 13-03-2009, 10:10 AM
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Re: Dog won't drink after operation

You need to speak to your vet, it is vital that your dog has fluids, they may need to put her on a drip
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Old 13-03-2009, 10:56 AM
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Seeing vet later this morning - knowing my vet (who's fantastic) they will probably do that (the drip) which I think would be the best thing for him.
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Re: Dog won't drink after operation

i put milk with my boys water after his op as he was the same
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Re: Dog won't drink after operation

All was ok - didn't need a drip. Eyes and gums are healthy/moist.

Sods law - guess what the little bugger did when we got home??? Yup - had a large drink LOL

He's doing just great and putting weight on the leg a little now too
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All was ok - didn't need a drip. Eyes and gums are healthy/moist.

Sods law - guess what the little bugger did when we got home??? Yup - had a large drink LOL

He's doing just great and putting weight on the leg a little now too
So glad to hear all is ok with your dog now. xxxx
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