Hello there, I am a very cautious owner when it comes to pet surgery. Most of my cats are all seniors now and I take every possible precaution for surgery (I research the anesthetic to be used, will only allow certain painkillers to be used on my cats, put them on IV fluids for a period of time before - overnight if necessary - and after, do full bloodwork screening).
I am getting a kitten neutered on Monday. From what I gather, neutering is quick simple surgery and he is about 6 months old. Given that this is a different kettle of fish than a 1+ hour dental or bladder surgery on a senior cat, I want to ensure the right things are done but not get overdo things if not necessary.
For a neuter, does one still need IV fluids for a length of time before and after? Do people tend to do bloodwork screening? I would guess so, but I just want to make sure it is not me being over-the-top to do such things just because I am used to dealing with more serious surgeries on seniors in the past few years.
Can people let me know what good protocols are for a neuter on a 6 month old kitten??
I am getting a kitten neutered on Monday. From what I gather, neutering is quick simple surgery and he is about 6 months old. Given that this is a different kettle of fish than a 1+ hour dental or bladder surgery on a senior cat, I want to ensure the right things are done but not get overdo things if not necessary.
For a neuter, does one still need IV fluids for a length of time before and after? Do people tend to do bloodwork screening? I would guess so, but I just want to make sure it is not me being over-the-top to do such things just because I am used to dealing with more serious surgeries on seniors in the past few years.
Can people let me know what good protocols are for a neuter on a 6 month old kitten??
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