Pomsky Dog Spay and Neuter Care Tips

When you adopt a pomsky dog, pomsky breeders often require you to sign a strict spay and neuter contract. This means that you will be getting your pomsky spayed or neutered when your puppy is between 6-12 months old. Learn about preparing your pomsky for the procedure, what to expect when you spay or neuter your pomsky, and how to care for your pomsky after surgery.

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The Importance of Getting a Pomsky Spayed/Neutered

Getting a pomsky dog spayed/neutered can prevent them from having health issues related to their reproductive organs. It can also have some behavioral benefits including making dogs less aggressive, less likely to mark their territory and less likely to roam, because they do not need to search for a mate. For female pomskies, getting spayed will prevent them from having a heat cycle, thus avoiding the discomfort and restlessness that comes with heat cycles.

For the pomsky breed specifically, it is important to get them spayed/neutered to keep the breed healthy and not have unsafe breeding practices. Pomsky Dog breeders take careful measures to test each dog’s health and ensure they are only breeding a set amount of pomskies that can find homes, rather than having too many puppies looking for homes.

Preparing Your Pomsky for Surgery

First, you will want to discuss spaying/neutering with your veterinarian, and they will complete blood tests to ensure your pomsky can safely undergo anesthesia. Schedule your pomsky’s procedure and make sure you plan to have a calm recovery period for about 2 weeks after the surgery. Your vet will provide specific instructions regarding when to stop giving your pomsky food and water prior to the procedure.

After you drop your pomsky off in the morning, remove any toys around the house that your pomsky likes to chase or play tug with to prevent them from wanting to play too aggressively post-surgery.

What to Expect for Spay/Neuter Surgery

Spaying and Neutering are commonly performed surgeries by veterinarians. Your vet will likely have you drop your dog off early in the morning, and you will be able to pick up your pomsky at the end of the day, once they are fully awake from the anesthesia. You will likely receive pain medication to give your pomsky dog after their surgery. Your pomsky dog will likely have stitches that dissolve as they heal.

Recovery After Surgery

When your pomsky dog comes home from surgery, they will need 10-14 days to fully recover. Check their incision site daily, to ensure it is staying dry and clean and healing properly. Here are some important things to remember when your pomsky dog is recovering from getting spayed/neutered:

Space to Rest: Create a cozy place for your dog to rest that is on the floor or ground level (so they don’t need to jump up). Stay calm and have some laid back days to create a good atmosphere for your pomsky to rest and heal.
Elizabethan Collar: This is a cone-shaped collar that can be worn to prevent your dog from licking, biting or scratching wounds. You might want to buy an Elizabethan Collar in advance if you think your pomsky will irritate the incision site. There are some soft padded cones or inflatable collars that are designed to be more comfortable than the traditional plastic Elizabethan collars.
No Jumping: After surgery, it is important that you do not allow your pomsky dog to jump, run around or play energetically for about 10-14 days. You do not want them to pull at the incision or irritate it. You can gradually return to regular activity levels once the wound has healed.
Avoid Playing in Water: Do not bathe or play in water for the 10-14 days after your pomsky dog is spayed/neutered to allow the incision to heal properly.
Shorter Walks: Go on shorter walks, such as 10 minutes at a slower pace than usual as your dog is recovering. Your pomsky dog may be sore after the procedure and walks could pull at the abdomen and be uncomfortable for your dog.
Treat Toys: Have many toys that can be filled with treats available to keep your pomsky distracted and happy while they are recovering from surgery. Some great options include: KONG Goodie Bone, Woof Pupsicle, KONG Classic, Starmark UFO, Lick Mats, and KONG Goodie Ribbons. These toys also don’t require your dog to run or chase as much, which is ideal for recovery.

Summary

Pomskies often need to get spayed or neutered before 12 months of age and there are some steps you can take to make the surgery and recovery process easier. After the procedure, give your pomsky time to rest and heal and avoid playing in water, playing too energetically and provide some treat toys to keep them distracted.