neuter surgery

[PlaynAngel]

My lil buddy just came home from neuter surgery today. I do not know what to expect but he is hiding in open corners and refuses to go into his "house" that he has slept in since he is small. He is not moving much and this may be normal but I am concerned that it is not. I am a new squirrel owner (br) and want to know what to expect. Can someone please help. I am sorry if this is not an emergency but I don't want to think something is ok and it is not. He keeps trying to burry his head only. Can someone please give me some input. I am so worried about him. Thanks in advance

[Chickenlegs]

How old is your little man? Having your boy parts removed can't be comfortable. Do you have pain meds? Your vet should have sent you home with them. Tell us about him. Love on him as much as he will tolerate. If he's a lovey boy, let him snuggle as much as he can. It will help him heal. Keep lots of soft stuff for him to hide in. He needs cushioning for wounded areas and watch that he doesn't chew or pull at stitches. Kiss him for me. I'm considering the same procedure for my sweet man, Scooter.

[PlaynAngel]

He is doing much better. Seems to have made a world of difference with his aggression already. He was given pain meds for 2 days every 12 hours. He is already back to running and jumping and playing. I would recommend doing it although it did cast me almost $500 to have it done (between vet exam and surgery fees)

There is a concern I have as he seems to have a nervous itch thing going on. Has anyone tried tee tree oil on their skin or maybe aloe? Would like to go natural rather than conventional He is a non releasable as he was attacked by a Rottweiler as an infant and he broke his leg in 2 places

And advice for the itching thing. Vet says there does not appear to be any residue on the tape that he tested so it may just be nerves

[Nancy in New York]

He is doing much better. Seems to have made a world of difference with his aggression already. He was given pain meds for 2 days every 12 hours. He is already back to running and jumping and playing. I would recommend doing it although it did cast me almost $500 to have it done (between vet exam and surgery fees)

There is a concern I have as he seems to have a nervous itch thing going on. Has anyone tried tee tree oil on their skin or maybe aloe? Would like to go natural rather than conventional He is a non releasable as he was attacked by a Rottweiler as an infant and he broke his leg in 2 places

And advice for the itching thing. Vet says there does not appear to be any residue on the tape that he tested so it may just be nerves

NO TO TEA TREE OIL.



Tea Tree Oil Toxicity for Pets



Tea tree oil contains various types of chemicals called terpenes. These are the chemicals that make the oil effective against bacteria and fungi. They are also the toxic agent. Terpenes are rapidly absorbed into the body whether taken orally or on the skin. This means topical application of concentrated oil can result in the same toxicity as accidental oral ingestion. Given the tendency of pets to groom, especially cats, the toxicity risk of topical applications is amplified.



Symptoms of toxicity vary depending on the dose of terpenes ingested. Minor symptoms like drooling or vomiting may be found with mild doses of oil. Animals with moderate illness may appear weak, have difficulty walking, or seem partially paralyzed. Severely ill animals have life-threating symptoms like tremors, seizures, greatly reduced level of consciousness, or coma. Symptoms follow 2 to 12 hours after exposure.