Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Cockapoo | Male | neutered | 3 years and 3 months old
Sonny was neutered earlier today and he’s been home since 4pm but keeps isolating himself and going into the garden. He keeps pacing around our garden table and just stands still at points. Is this normal behaviour after being neutered?
1 Answer
Published on May 23rd, 2019
Yes, its normal to be a little "out of it" following anesthesia. By tomorrow morning this type of behavior should be resolved. Make sure he is wearing an E-collar (cone) so that he doesn't lick at it. Thanks for assign Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!
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