Post Ultrasound Discharge Instructions

Thank you for entrusting vet.co.uk, Poplar Vets, Wood Wharf Vets with your pet’s care. Below are detailed instructions to ensure your pet’s smooth recovery following their ultrasound procedure.

Post-Ultrasound Expectations

1. Ultrasound Report:
• If applicable, your pet’s ultrasound report will be provided to you as soon as possible.
• Contact us if you have any questions about the findings or next steps.
2. No Incisions or Sutures:
• Ultrasounds are non-invasive, so there are no incisions or sutures to manage.
3. Drowsiness:
• Your pet may appear drowsy or lethargic after receiving a general anesthetic.
• Full recovery typically takes 24–48 hours.
4. Clipped Areas:
• Small areas of fur may be shaved on the legs, neck, or abdomen for the administration of anaesthesia or to collect blood samples.

Activity Restrictions

• Keep your pet on a lead and supervise them during walks or stair usage to prevent accidents.
• Minimize activity until their coordination and alertness have returned fully.

Eating and Drinking

• Water should always be available.
• Offer food as usual, though some pets may not eat immediately after anaesthesia.
• If your pet refuses food or water beyond 24 hours, contact us.

Bathroom Habits

• Urination: Ensure your pet urinates within 24 hours of returning home.
• Defecation: Expect bowel movements within 1–2 days.
• When to Call Us:
• No urination by the following morning/midday.
• Signs of discomfort, straining, or lethargy.

Bandage and Medications

1. IV Bandage:
• If a colored bandage (vet wrap) was placed over your pet’s leg, remove it within 30 minutes of arriving home.
2. Medications:
• Administer any medications as directed on the prescribed medication sheet.
• Contact us with any questions regarding dosage or side effects.
3. Elizabethan Collar (Buster Collar):
• If a Buster collar was provided, ensure your pet wears it unless otherwise instructed by the surgeon.

When to Contact Us

• Persistent drowsiness beyond 48 hours.
• Refusal to eat or drink for more than 24 hours.
• No urination or defecation within the expected timeframe.
• Any unusual behaviour, such as quietness, straining, or signs of pain.

We’re Here to Help

If you have any concerns or questions about your pet’s recovery, don’t hesitate to contact us. Thank you for choosing vet.co.uk for your pet’s care.