Some never bother the incision so monitor it but leash walking and no jumping for at least 5 days. The E collar can be used when you aren't home.
Robin, Dobe Axel CGC, TT, German Pin Ranger CGC, TT, Chihuahuas Alice CGC and Monte CGC, foster Blue and MinPins HoneyB, and Brutus www.minpinrescue.org www.chi-rescue.com Http://chihuahua.rescueme.org/florida -------- Original message -------- Subject: [Chihuahuas] Piper fixed today From: JD <jelikoc...@aol.com> To: "Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com" <Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com> CC: ok So Piper was fixed today, got her rabies shots and the rest of her puppy shots, as well as I had her microchipped. WHat is the best way to care for a Chi after being fixed. They said to keep the E-collar on her for 7-10 days, and take if off periodically for her to eat and or sleep. However, I dont think I can see her wearing that for 7-10 days. Would it be best if I put T-shirts on her to keep her from pawing and scratching at her stitches instead. She's just so miserable with this E-collar on. JD
