Looking after your pet after surgery. Today your pet has had a general anaesthetic. Tonight you should keep him/her in a quiet, warm and confined area. They should gradually regain their usual 'bounce' over the next 24­48 hours. Your pet will be able to have food and water tonight, but it is best to only offer a small meal ­ about half normal. Remember to give your pet close access to water You will need to watch the wound over the next week or so. If there is any swelling or discharge you should let us know. The stitches will need to be removed in about 10 days time ­ this service is free but please make an appointment time. The wound needs to be kept clean and dry so no baths or swimming until we have taken the stitches out. Remember if you have any problems at all just call us, we are here to help inform you and keep your pet healthy and happy.

Note: The information in this document is supplied for use in combination with Burke Road Veterinarian Clinic consultation only and should not be relied upon as veterinary medical advice applicable to your own circumstances. Accordingly, you should not act on the basis of this information without seeking veterinary medical advice or other expert assistance at Burke Road Veterinary Clinic or other veterinary clinic. www.burkeroadvet.com 529 Burke Road Camberwell Victoria 3124 Telephone: 9822 3268 Facsimile: 9822 6216 Email: theteam@burkeroadvet.com Dr Cathy Jennings BVSc (Hons) MRCVS Dr Tina Missen BVSc MRCVS Dr Donna Pyke BVSc (Hons) MACVS (surg) IVAS Dr Katrina Lange BVSc Hours: 8.00 am to 7.30 pm Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 3.00 pm Saturday 9.00 am to 12.00 am Sunday