Labradoodle neuter: Should he get gastropexy? Cone of shame options?

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I have a nine month old Labradoodle that will be getting neutered next month. His vet wants to do a preventative gastropexy at the same time as the neutering. He said while there is only a small chance my dog could ever bloat, he's seen 3 or 4 doodles with it. What are your thoughts on this? Also we are dreading the "cone of shame" for two weeks. The surgeon has said absolutely no substitutions like a soft pillow type collar or dog onesie that protects the surgical site. Thoughts? Thanks! Pet's info: Dog | Labradoodle | Male | neutered | 9 months and 22 days old | 48 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I think the gastropexy is a good idea. Bloat is very serious, and quite deadly, and dogs can die from it even if they get treatment. Since he's under anesthesia already, you might as well have it done to protect Cooper. While the cone of shame sucks, it's only two weeks. It's the best thing to protect his incision.

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