Hey guys,
Pumpkin has her initial appointment @ the vet tomorrow before we get her spayed. I have never had to take a kitten in for a first appt. so i am a little nervous. Are there any specific questions that I should ask the vet?? Thanks for your advice!!
Posted 1 year ago by AnimalLuvr82 #
Just tell your vet to take extra special care of Pumpkin!!! Really, the bigger questions are when you go to pick her up. Activity limitations? What about the sutures? What if she pulls at them? What should you watch for around the incision?
(((((Pumpkin}}}}}}
Posted 1 year ago by WillowandWindismom #
Bump
Posted 1 year ago by AnimalLuvr82 #
Hi, AL82. Since this is your first appointment at this vet's office, I would expect the vet would ask some basic questions about what you are feeding Pumpkin, her level of activity and give her a routine exam which would probably include taking her temperature, checking her teeth, listening to her heart, checking her ears and eyes and checking out her skin for any sign of fleas or infection.
The vet should ask you if you have any questions about how to care for Pumpkin. You might want to write a few questions down so you don't forget them. You might ask the vet about the food you are feeding Pumpkin--does it meet her nutritional needs for her age? When should you switch to an adult formula? What precautions should you take if you decide to allow Pumpkin to be an inside/outside kitty? What shots does she need now that she's had her first set of shots?
There are probably websites that suggest a list of questions for people who are taking kittens in for a routine exam and/or spay. When we got Digit and Furl spayed, we did not bring home any additional pain meds. They bounced back from the anesthesia in less than a day and did not appear to be in any discomfort. They didn't bother at their stitches so we didn't need an e-collar. Others may have had a different experience.
I hope this helps. Let me know what the vet says after your appointment. :)
Posted 1 year ago by Kitten Whisperer #
I'm getting more nervous as the time gets closer. I'm going to make up a list of questions for the vet. I'm such a nervous momma!!
Posted 1 year ago by AnimalLuvr82 #
Linda, the only pics I have of her online are her on my caster page, have you seen them?
Posted 1 year ago by AnimalLuvr82 #
I know! I could not imagine life without her! She is such a character and a little trouble maker, but can be purrfectly sweet too!
Posted 1 year ago by AnimalLuvr82 #
Hey all we just got back from the vet and Pumpkin has a clean bill of health!! She took the appt better than I did; I was a nervous wreck! But she is fine and she weighs 5.25lbs, which they said was fine for her age, she's 4.5 months old!! She has an appt to be spayed on Friday...I'm dreading what I will do all day without my little girl!
She's adjusted to be back at home, eating greenies and running around. The vet said that she eats better than him :D (She is soo spoiled!!)
Posted 1 year ago by AnimalLuvr82 #
Spoiled yes....but gorgeous!! Glad everything went well AL82 :o)
Posted 1 year ago by MadcatwomanintheUK #
bump
Posted 1 year ago by AnimalLuvr82 #
Hehehe Great news AL82! They expect about a pound to a pound and a 1/2 for each month!
As for the spay she will be fine!
Posted 1 year ago by Momma to 2 MaineCoons #
Hehehe Great news AL82! They expect about a pound to a pound and a 1/2 for each month!
As for the spay she will be fine!
Posted 1 year ago by Momma to 2 MaineCoons #
Okay that is odd! 2 messages same 1 minute a part!
Posted 1 year ago by Momma to 2 MaineCoons #
I checked Pumpkin's catster page. Except for the part where she's a she, you could be describing Dashy. Friends request sent; congratulations on Pumpkin's clean bill of health. Best wishes for a long and happy friendship.
Posted 1 year ago by Ivory Bill #
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