For 7-10 days after open-heart surgery, patients are cared for in our Pet Intensive Care Unit (PICU). During this time, your pet will be under the constant care of highly specialised critical care veterinarians and nurses. Owners are able to able to visit during this time and the nursing staff will send pictures and updates when visits aren’t possible.
Following discharge from hospital, exercise must be restricted for a variable period for which you will be advised.