gp post op

Question
Moo moo had abcess opened drained 2x continue to syringe feed and warm compress and clean.  After ist surgery 4 days later abcess was larger.  cut is open to drain she still not eating on own  are continued abcess common will she drink eat on own soon? Thank you

Answer
Hi Loretta

It is quite difficult to tell how quickly moo moo will be able to eat solids. The best thing is to offer it as often as possible so she starts to eat on her own asap.

The vet should give you some more information on timescales.

Andy