Any dog-owners? What to do after BA?

ferox · 11-04-2009, 10:44 PM

Hi ladies,

I own a 5 month old puppy that needs to get outside every couple of hours, and does pull on the leash! I live by myself and while I am planning on sending her to a training camp for a while, I was wondering how many days post-op I could safely resume feeding, taking out, walking, etc. What were your experiences?

Thanks so much!

esq · 11-04-2009, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ferox

Hi ladies,

I own a 5 month old puppy that needs to get outside every couple of hours, and does pull on the leash! I live by myself and while I am planning on sending her to a training camp for a while, I was wondering how many days post-op I could safely resume feeding, taking out, walking, etc. What were your experiences?

Thanks so much!

i think the only thing that will be hard at first is the leash pulling. depends how hard!
i could do pretty much everything after BA, with soreness but not crazy pain. if your pup is pretty hefty with the pulling, you might want to get a longer leash and hook it up to your door as you open it just in case your pup goes flying out!

i was opening heavy doors before the first week was over so it shouldn't be too long. you'll be pretty sore for sure...but i don't think the pain is hair raising.

esq · 11-04-2009, 10:59 PM

hey ferox, i was looking all over your profile to find a space to write back! couldn't find one so i'll do it here:

my implants are natrelle 68MP (same as mod+) salines. 390ccs o/f to pretty much 420.

i wound up a 32 DD...very full DD at that. i do think mine are too big for me though, and if i could do it again, i'd go 300ccs.

HTH!

Tootzie · 11-04-2009, 11:04 PM

Ferox

To make my pup listen I tied the leash off on my leg...
try it... The dog could not pull and had to walk beside me...Worked for my boxer pup...She is very hyper..
If you need to can you hire a dog walker for 2 weeks??? I would think 2 weeks at least before you stress the boobs..

sumall · 11-04-2009, 11:14 PM

Since you live alone, I would hire a dog walker for the first week and then play it by ear. If your puppy is like most, he's probably a strong puller and you don't want any unnecessary roughness to interfere with your recovery. If you do too much too soon, you could injure yourself and it will affect your results and recovery.

Or maybe you could have someone dog sit for that week?

Good luck!!

saysay114 · 11-04-2009, 11:30 PM

Is there anyone who could come and help you with that... you should have someone with you for the first few days helping you out anyway it will make your life so much easier. i have a year old pit bull and he is well a bull lol i just tied him up outside and watched him so he didnt do anything he wasn't supposed to. but i think you should have someone to help you out.

MrsLola · 11-05-2009, 02:57 AM

Oh man I feel you. I have to carry my 28-pound dog up AND down three flights of steps (she has back problems) every time she needs to go out, but and luckily DH did it for me during my recovery. He wouldn't even let me walk the dog for 4-6 weeks.

Definitely get a dog walker or a friend/family to take care of your pup for 2 weeks or so.

gyddieupquirt · 11-05-2009, 08:22 AM

I really dont recommend tying the leash to your leg, I work with dogs daily, and your looking at a major trip hazzard there. I would use a tie out. As far as feeding etc, you really shouldnt have any problems with those duties. What breed is your pup? If its a small pup then he/she shouldnt be able to pull very hard while on lead. Also you can consider a gentle leader or harness instead of a collar. I use a long, lightweight lead on my small pups, it gives them more room and helps eliminate the excess pulling. Good Luck!

lucygirl · 11-05-2009, 08:26 AM

Hey there! This was a concern of mine as well as we have a very active golden retriever. My husband was with me for the first couple of days post surgery, but after that, we found a daycare to take her to during the day while he was at work. The pulling is what I was also most nervous about. I started walking her on my own at about 1.5 weeks out, and I used a pinch collar to help keep her calm. She still lunged after squirrels, but oh well, lol! I second trying to get a dog walker if you can't find a different place for her. I was nervous more than anything, but it was fine when I did start walking with her.

so_complex · 11-05-2009, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by lucygirl

I started walking her on my own at about 1.5 weeks out, and I used a pinch collar to help keep her calm. She still lunged after squirrels, but oh well, lol! I second trying to get a dog walker if you can't find a different place for her. I was nervous more than anything, but it was fine when I did start walking with her.

That's what I was going to suggest - a pinch collar. They work great if used properly. I would get one now though to get your dog adjusted to it. They definitely help keep them from pulling.

TimeFlies · 11-05-2009, 10:59 AM

I was lucky b/c my sister who has a St Bernard wanted to take my blk lab and boxer...(in exchange for my old bras lol) but we had them back by day 4 and it still was hard when they pulled. I think as far as feeding and such you'll be fine but look on Craigslist or newspaper for local dog walkers....it'll be a good help. My dogs are border line insane with hyperness so I was very nervous about recovery but it worked out okay.

bella1124 · 11-05-2009, 04:07 PM

my puppies pull like crazy and i have a leash that i can put around my waste and well it is much harder for her pull bc it is like by my butt and she tries to pull and its funny bc its harder..so i would reccommend getting one of those leashes it is black and you can latch on to make a circle thing to put around your waste.

gyddieupquirt · 11-05-2009, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by so_complex

That's what I was going to suggest - a pinch collar. They work great if used properly. I would get one now though to get your dog adjusted to it. They definitely help keep them from pulling.

Yes pinches are awesome! when usely properly. I have an american bulldog and it worked wonders on her. Only took a couple good snaps and after that she never left my side.

aderr02 · 11-06-2009, 01:44 PM

Thankfully my BF is taking off of work. I have a pekingese chihuahua mix (not the issue, she will be in bed with me) a pit bull and a pit bull mastiff mix. I just CANNOT have them jump on me. He took off the first two days, and then day 3 and 4 ill be at my parents house.

Kind of worried about my cats too, they like to cuddle very close to my chest.

so_complex · 11-06-2009, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by gyddieupquirt

Yes pinches are awesome! when usely properly. I have an american bulldog and it worked wonders on her. Only took a couple good snaps and after that she never left my side.

Awe, I use to have an american bulldog! God I miss that dog. She was awesome. She's the one I used the pinch collar on.

bella1124 · 11-07-2009, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bella1124

my puppies pull like crazy and i have a leash that i can put around my waste and well it is much harder for her pull bc it is like by my butt and she tries to pull and its funny bc its harder..so i would reccommend getting one of those leashes it is black and you can latch on to make a circle thing to put around your waste.

hahah i can't believe i spelled waist like that hahhahaha

LadyJ1015 · 11-07-2009, 04:40 PM

DH is going to try to take 2 weeks off to help out with the kids and dogs.

skepchick · 11-07-2009, 05:14 PM

My dogs are pullers so I couldn't take any chances trying to get them out by myself. My hubby was home at first, but for week two I had a dog walker come.

What was really annoying was putting down their food and water. Reaching all the way down was very uncomfortable for the first few weeks.

vickyvm · 11-07-2009, 11:44 PM

can u send the puppy to a friends house for the first couple days?

11-04-2009, 10:44 PM	#1
ferox Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 107 Thanks: 126 Thanked 35 Times in 29 Posts	Any dog-owners? What to do after BA? Hi ladies, I own a 5 month old puppy that needs to get outside every couple of hours, and does pull on the leash! I live by myself and while I am planning on sending her to a training camp for a while, I was wondering how many days post-op I could safely resume feeding, taking out, walking, etc. What were your experiences? Thanks so much!

11-04-2009, 10:59 PM	#3
esq i got my boobs back Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 267 Thanks: 70 Thanked 98 Times in 90 Posts	hey ferox, i was looking all over your profile to find a space to write back! couldn't find one so i'll do it here: my implants are natrelle 68MP (same as mod+) salines. 390ccs o/f to pretty much 420. i wound up a 32 DD...very full DD at that. i do think mine are too big for me though, and if i could do it again, i'd go 300ccs. HTH! __________________ 103 lbs. 5'3" 34/32 B pre BA deflated to A :( now 32DD - wish i went smaller BWD 12.5 & 13 cm BA Date: July 10th 09 Style 68MP - 390cc (mod+) overfilled 408 & 418cc's Fr requests accepted only if you drop me a note and you have more than a handful of PICS and Posts.

11-04-2009, 11:14 PM	#5
sumall I'm a rooster illusion Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 292 Thanks: 29 Thanked 226 Times in 159 Posts	Since you live alone, I would hire a dog walker for the first week and then play it by ear. If your puppy is like most, he's probably a strong puller and you don't want any unnecessary roughness to interfere with your recovery. If you do too much too soon, you could injure yourself and it will affect your results and recovery. Or maybe you could have someone dog sit for that week? Good luck!! __________________ 33 years old 5'6" 125lbs Ribcage 27" First BA in 2002: 330cc saline overs Pre BA 34AA; Post BA 34B full Second BA June 2009: 600cc HP silicone overs Post BA 32DDD/ 34DD.

11-04-2009, 11:30 PM	#6
saysay114 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 62 Thanks: 18 Thanked 24 Times in 24 Posts	Is there anyone who could come and help you with that... you should have someone with you for the first few days helping you out anyway it will make your life so much easier. i have a year old pit bull and he is well a bull lol i just tied him up outside and watched him so he didnt do anything he wasn't supposed to. but i think you should have someone to help you out. __________________ Code: [/url]

11-05-2009, 02:57 AM	#7
MrsLola Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: East Coast Posts: 303 Thanks: 155 Thanked 138 Times in 119 Posts	Oh man I feel you. I have to carry my 28-pound dog up AND down three flights of steps (she has back problems) every time she needs to go out, but and luckily DH did it for me during my recovery. He wouldn't even let me walk the dog for 4-6 weeks. Definitely get a dog walker or a friend/family to take care of your pup for 2 weeks or so. __________________ 5'5, 128-130 lbs 34/36DD FIRST BA, 2005: 350cc saline, Mentor, smooth, round, moderate, periareolar incision. REDO, JULY 2009: 450cc filled to 540 saline, Mentor, smooth, round, moderate plus. Crescent lift. Redo also involved capsulectomy of Grade IV CC. Will probably have a benelli lift and areola reduction sometime in early 2010. *I will NOT accept friends requests unless you have pictures and actively post on JBI. Nothing personal; I'm just concerned about my privacy. *

11-04-2009, 11:04 PM	#4
Tootzie Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Evansville Indiana Posts: 89 Thanks: 9 Thanked 55 Times in 50 Posts	Ferox To make my pup listen I tied the leash off on my leg... try it... The dog could not pull and had to walk beside me...Worked for my boxer pup...She is very hyper.. If you need to can you hire a dog walker for 2 weeks??? I would think 2 weeks at least before you stress the boobs..

11-05-2009, 08:22 AM	#8
gyddieupquirt Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: IL Posts: 178 Thanks: 12 Thanked 84 Times in 56 Posts	I really dont recommend tying the leash to your leg, I work with dogs daily, and your looking at a major trip hazzard there. I would use a tie out. As far as feeding etc, you really shouldnt have any problems with those duties. What breed is your pup? If its a small pup then he/she shouldnt be able to pull very hard while on lead. Also you can consider a gentle leader or harness instead of a collar. I use a long, lightweight lead on my small pups, it gives them more room and helps eliminate the excess pulling. Good Luck! __________________ pre-op 30/32B post-op 30G 450cc silicone gel mods overs surgery date 04-04-2009 FR will not be accepted to ppl with no pics and/or few or no posts

11-05-2009, 08:26 AM	#9
lucygirl Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Milwaukee Wisconsin Posts: 133 Thanks: 66 Thanked 41 Times in 40 Posts	Hey there! This was a concern of mine as well as we have a very active golden retriever. My husband was with me for the first couple of days post surgery, but after that, we found a daycare to take her to during the day while he was at work. The pulling is what I was also most nervous about. I started walking her on my own at about 1.5 weeks out, and I used a pinch collar to help keep her calm. She still lunged after squirrels, but oh well, lol! I second trying to get a dog walker if you can't find a different place for her. I was nervous more than anything, but it was fine when I did start walking with her. __________________ Lucygirl New boobies on Oct. 16th! Benelli lift 400cc right, 425cc left Saline, unders!

11-05-2009, 10:59 AM	#11
TimeFlies Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Brookfield, Wisconsin Posts: 105 Thanks: 148 Thanked 57 Times in 44 Posts	I was lucky b/c my sister who has a St Bernard wanted to take my blk lab and boxer...(in exchange for my old bras lol) but we had them back by day 4 and it still was hard when they pulled. I think as far as feeding and such you'll be fine but look on Craigslist or newspaper for local dog walkers....it'll be a good help. My dogs are border line insane with hyperness so I was very nervous about recovery but it worked out okay. __________________ 5ft 118lbs 32y/o Pre BA 34B Post BA 34D BA October 7, 2009 Mentor Silicone Gels 375cc's

11-05-2009, 04:07 PM	#12
bella1124 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 561 Thanks: 248 Thanked 193 Times in 172 Posts	my puppies pull like crazy and i have a leash that i can put around my waste and well it is much harder for her pull bc it is like by my butt and she tries to pull and its funny bc its harder..so i would reccommend getting one of those leashes it is black and you can latch on to make a circle thing to put around your waste. __________________ I'm 5'3" 115-120 (want to be down to 110) Pre BA: 34B Post BA (450-500 CC's)..hopefully a FULL D small DD (not bigger than that!!!!!!!!!!) HOpefully will have my beautiful boobies soon:) www.justbreastimplants.com/Kim/

11-06-2009, 01:44 PM	#14
aderr02 Boobies are finally here. ♥ Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 53 Thanks: 78 Thanked 19 Times in 15 Posts	Thankfully my BF is taking off of work. I have a pekingese chihuahua mix (not the issue, she will be in bed with me) a pit bull and a pit bull mastiff mix. I just CANNOT have them jump on me. He took off the first two days, and then day 3 and 4 ill be at my parents house. Kind of worried about my cats too, they like to cuddle very close to my chest. __________________ 21 years old 5'5" 135 lbs. First BA November 9, 2009 Before 34C- 420cc Natrelle MP Saline Implants filled to 450cc Under the Muscle Crease Incision

11-07-2009, 04:40 PM	#17
LadyJ1015 Come on boob fairy, I'm ready Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mannheim, Germany Posts: 126 Thanks: 19 Thanked 43 Times in 40 Posts	DH is going to try to take 2 weeks off to help out with the kids and dogs. __________________ Preparing to change the girls for the better. Age: 26 Height: 5'7" Weight: 177 lbs Ribcage: 32" Pre B/A: 38A-B BA Date: 2/3/2010 @ 7:30am (CET) Hoping for 38D-DD Post B/A Getting 520cc, TRF(HP), Round, Textured, Silicone Cohesive Gels, Transaxillary, Submuscular

11-07-2009, 05:14 PM	#18
skepchick Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 43 Thanks: 20 Thanked 16 Times in 13 Posts	My dogs are pullers so I couldn't take any chances trying to get them out by myself. My hubby was home at first, but for week two I had a dog walker come. What was really annoying was putting down their food and water. Reaching all the way down was very uncomfortable for the first few weeks. __________________ 8/20/09 304cc Natrelle mid-range smooth round silicone & lollipop lift lipo thighs

11-07-2009, 11:44 PM	#19
vickyvm Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: boca raton, florida Posts: 26 Thanks: 2 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	can u send the puppy to a friends house for the first couple days?

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