minibull
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Buttercup is scheduled to be spayed next week. Has anyone here had the ovary-sparing spay surgery for their bulldog(s)? Also, does it carry any additional risks not seen in spay surgeries that remove the ovaries (e.g., is it harder to do, more risk of bleeding, or other complications?)
Buttercup is about 3 years old. We delayed the spay due to skin infection and allergy issues but now I'm having second thoughts after hearing stories of bulldog deaths after spay. I admit some of my worries may be irrational, but we love our girl so much the thought of losing her to an elective surgery (or anything, really) makes my heart ache.
The vet did say she is going to modify for anesthetic induction protocol given Buttercup's possible recent seizure. If all goes as planned, Buttercup will go home the same day as her surgery. We plan to have her use the laser for her incision. Our vet seems very conscientious and caring, but she does not bill herself as a "bulldog expert," per se. She doesn't seem worried about spaying her, though.
Are there any other questions I should ask the vet? From what I have read, it seems the ovarian sex hormones are beneficial to metabolism, bones, and to reduce risk fo hemangiosarcoma. Don't really want to risk pyometra by not removing her uterus.
Would love to hear any of your thoughts regarding this topic. Thanks!
Buttercup is about 3 years old. We delayed the spay due to skin infection and allergy issues but now I'm having second thoughts after hearing stories of bulldog deaths after spay. I admit some of my worries may be irrational, but we love our girl so much the thought of losing her to an elective surgery (or anything, really) makes my heart ache.
The vet did say she is going to modify for anesthetic induction protocol given Buttercup's possible recent seizure. If all goes as planned, Buttercup will go home the same day as her surgery. We plan to have her use the laser for her incision. Our vet seems very conscientious and caring, but she does not bill herself as a "bulldog expert," per se. She doesn't seem worried about spaying her, though.
Are there any other questions I should ask the vet? From what I have read, it seems the ovarian sex hormones are beneficial to metabolism, bones, and to reduce risk fo hemangiosarcoma. Don't really want to risk pyometra by not removing her uterus.
Would love to hear any of your thoughts regarding this topic. Thanks!