Food and Water - Post Dental

Your pet can get back to eating a normal meal within an hour or so, but there are some things you'll want to know about how to prepare their first post-op meal for them.

Lesson Outcome
If your pet is used to eating a crunchy kibble, you'll want to start by moistening it with some water, or investing in about a weeks worth of canned food to give your pets mouth a bit of a break from having to chew hard items.

Food and Water

Dividing your pet's first meal in half decreases the risk of nausea and vomiting right after their procedure.

If your pet is not interested in their food within 24 hours of having their procedure done at Brook Farm Veterinary Center, please contact us immediately at (845) 878-4833.

Seek immediate veterinary care if your pet:

  • Has excessive bleeding from the mouth
  • Seems agitated or uncomfortable for more than 2 hours
  • Has difficulty breathing
  • Begins squinting their eyes for more than 1 hour at a time
  • Develops any wounds on their body
  • Refuses to eat or drink for more than 12 hours
  • Does not defecate for more than 48 hours
  • Has diarrhea for more than 12 hours
  • Vomits more than three times in 12 hours
  • Begins bumping into objects
  • Has difficulty walking or jumping

Your pet should not be restricted from having water, as it's important they stay hydrated to ensure a healthy and speedy recovery. If you happen to notice your pet becoming dehydrated be sure to call us immediately to be seen by one of our highly skilled veterinary professionals.

Course Overview

1
5 Facts About Anesthesia and Dentistry
Learn about anesthesia and why it's used during your pet's dental procedure.
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1
5 Facts About Anesthesia and Dentistry
Learn about anesthesia and why it's used during your pet's dental procedure.
2
What To Expect - Post Dental
Your pet just underwent a surgical procedure so we want you to be well prepared for what to expect when bringing them home.
Current Lesson
2
What To Expect - Post Dental
Your pet just underwent a surgical procedure so we want you to be well prepared for what to expect when bringing them home.
3
Food and Water - Post Dental
Your pet can get back to eating a normal meal within an hour or so, but there are some things you'll want to know about how to prepare their first post-op meal for them.
Current Lesson
3
Food and Water - Post Dental
Your pet can get back to eating a normal meal within an hour or so, but there are some things you'll want to know about how to prepare their first post-op meal for them.
4
Prescribed Medications - Post Dental
Your pet may be going home with some medications following their dental procedure.
Current Lesson
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Prescribed Medications - Post Dental
Your pet may be going home with some medications following their dental procedure.
5
Activity Level - Post Dental
After your pet has recovered from anesthesia and is back to their normal happy self they may want to be playful and more active, it's your job to keep them calm and to encourage rest whenever possible.
Current Lesson
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Activity Level - Post Dental
After your pet has recovered from anesthesia and is back to their normal happy self they may want to be playful and more active, it's your job to keep them calm and to encourage rest whenever possible.
6
Recheck - Post Dental
To maintain your pet's oral health, we encourage that you schedule a recheck appointment with our doctors one month after your pet's dental procedure.
Current Lesson
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Recheck - Post Dental
To maintain your pet's oral health, we encourage that you schedule a recheck appointment with our doctors one month after your pet's dental procedure.

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