Post-Operative Rehabilitation Care

Safe, Supportive Recovery for Dogs After Surgery.

When your dog undergoes surgery, the recovery period is critical to ensuring they heal properly and regain their strength.
While your veterinarian will manage the surgical procedure and initial recovery, the post-operative period often requires careful supervision, restricted movement and ongoing care.
At We Love Dogs Kennel Resort, we provide professional post-operative rehabilitation care designed to support your dog through the healing process in a safe and controlled environment.

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Expert Monitoring During the Recovery Process

Recovering from surgery requires close observation and careful management.
Our experienced team supports your dog’s recovery by providing:

• Restriction of movement to protect surgical areas
  
• Careful monitoring of wounds and surgical sites
  
• Administration of prescribed medication
• Assistance with feeding and hydration
• Calm, comfortable accommodation for rest and healing
• Gentle support for mobility and rehabilitation
  

We work closely with pet owners and veterinarians to ensure each dog receives the appropriate level of care throughout their recovery

Why Post-Operative Care Can Be Challenging at Home

Many pet parents struggle to provide the level of supervision and care required after surgery.
Common challenges include:

• Preventing excessive movement or jumping
  
• Monitoring surgical wounds
  
• Managing medication schedules
  
• Balancing work and family responsibilities
• Ensuring your dog remains calm during recovery
  

Our specialised recovery care helps remove this stress, ensuring your dog heals safely while you enjoy peace of mind.

An Environment Designed for Recovery

Rest and limited controlled movement is essential following surgery.

Our resort environment allows dogs to recover in suites that are specially designed for their recovery process.  These comfortable suites under our supervised setting, reduce the risk of complications caused by excessive movement or activity.

With experienced carers available 24 hours a day, your dog receives the attention and monitoring needed for a smooth recovery.

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IS POST-OPERATIVE CARE RIGHT FOR YOUR DOG?

This service is ideal for dogs recovering from procedures such as:

• Orthopaedic surgery
• Cruciate ligament surgery
• Soft tissue surgery
• Advanced Dental surgery
• Tumour removal & cancer treatments
• General surgical procedures requiring restricted movement

If your dog requires structured recovery and monitoring after surgery, our team can provide the support needed.

OUR POST-SURGERY CARE PROCESS

To ensure a safe recovery, we follow a structured care approach.

1. Consultation With Owners and Vet Instructions
We review your dog’s surgery, care requirements and medication plan. 
2. Recovery Plan
A tailored plan is created to manage movement restriction, medication and monitoring. 
3. Supervised Recovery
Your dog is carefully monitored by our trained carers. 
4. Ongoing Observation
Surgical areas and behaviour are observed to ensure your dog remains comfortable and healing properly.

HELPING YOUR DOG HEAL SAFELY

The recovery process can be stressful for both dogs and their owners.
At We Love Dogs, we provide the safe environment, experience and attention needed to support your dog’s rehabilitation, helping them return home happy and healthy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can you manage my dog’s medication after surgery?
Yes. Our trained carers administer medications according to your veterinarian’s instructions.
Will my dog’s movement be restricted?
Yes. We carefully manage activity levels to support healing and prevent complications.
Do you monitor surgical wounds?
Our team closely observes surgical areas to ensure they remain clean and healing correctly.
Can you follow my vet’s recovery instructions?
Absolutely. We work with your vet’s instructions to ensure your dog receives the appropriate care during recovery.
Can you take my dog to appointments for their rehabilitation and Vet follow ups?
Definitely.  We can also provide photos, videos and do video calls to provide progress updates to your Vet to support your dogs continued well-being.

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Book Post-Operative Care for Your Dog 

If your dog requires post-surgery recovery support, our experienced team is here to help.
Contact We Love Dogs Kennel Resort today to discuss your dog’s rehabilitation needs and arrange their stay.
Call us today on (03) 5978 5831 or submit an inquiry to speak with our team.

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