Fixing the puppy tomorrow :(

[Becky]

We're bringing Lucy in tomorrow morning to be fixed. I know it's the best thing for her, and I certainly do not want her to have puppies, but I am a little sad about it. The house will seem so empty tomorrow during the day...and I'm worried about how we're going to contain our little jumper/crazy runner after surgery. My husband thinks I'm worrying for nothing...but she's my little baby.... :(

Any advice from those who have gone through this already?

[Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles]

She probably won't be too jumpy for a few days and you would want her to stay calm. One thing that made me feel better when I took Ginger was to send her blanket with her. They let her keep it in the cage with her and when I went to get her she was laying on it. They said she was relaxed and comfortable the whole time and I like to think it was because she knew I was close because she had something of her own. PS-My DH was the same way and I was worried sick.

[Becky]

Lynne,
Thanks for your recommendation about the blanket. We dropped Lucy off this morning with a blue fleece blanket from her crate. I felt better knowing that she'd be comfortable and surrounded by familiar smells... :)

[Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles]

You're welcome! I don't know if it helped her or not, but it made me feel better all day. And when I went to get her and saw she was snuggled in it, I hope it made her feel better, too. It was easier to pick up wrapped in it, also. Take some deep breaths and enjoy a quiet day. The next couple of days will be spent tending to her. Good Luck and we're with you! Happy Holidays from my pack to yours!

[Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles]

Hi Becky, have you heard yet how everything went? Let us know how Lucy made out.

[Becky]

We just got her home and settled. She's extremely groggy but went potty (outside) and is resting comfortably in her bed. I feel so bad for the little girl. The worst part is she's loopy and won't give kisses ;( It's just so fantastic to have her home though and hopefully tomorrow she'll be feeling better. The house was so empty today!! Thanks for checking up on us!!

[Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles]

I am so glad she's home, too. I am glad things worked out OK. If she can't give you kisses, you give them to her. I hope a peaceful night for you both.