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Originally Posted by Beano
Hum, how to ensure Cassie rests for the next few days - thats the big question seeing as she barks at leaves blowing, birds landing on the house, grass growing etc ................
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Well keeping you informed of the grass growing, birds landing and the leaves that just fell isn't a big problem. She can carry on with those duties. <VBG> You just don't want a lot of physical exertion where she might pull or tear the stitches. The stitches need to be kept clean and dry. After the "newness" of them being there wears off, she likely won't pay any attention to them and she'll be fine. The initial irritation of being shaved and the stitches being is usually what triggers the licking and messing with the stitches and that's when things such the Elizabethan collar (or e-collar) and the onesie type things can come in handy. Some dogs don't ever bother them at all. Just keep an eye on her and if it looks like she might be one that is going to not leave the stitches alone, then ask about an e-collar from your vet. She won't like it, but it is only going to be for a short while and can be used only when you can't keep a close eye on her.
Debbie