What would we do without our pets? They make us laugh, keep us company, and just make our lives a little better. All good pet owners take their pets to the vet regularly to keep them healthy. Most pets don’t look forward to it, though.
Pets that need serious procedures, such as surgery, spay, or neuter, have to be sedated. This is done so they don’t feel pain or fear. Most vets let pet owners take their pets home a short time after surgery. Many of them are still feeling the effects of their medicine.
Some pets are even sent home with muscle relaxers or pain medications to help keep them comfortable while they recover. Pets react to medicine the same way people do. What works to stop the pain can also make them a little loopy.
These pet owners happened to snap some photos of their pets while they were still feeling the effects of sedation or medication. These poor pets don’t know what’s going on. Some of them seem aggravated, and others seem to be OK with it.
1. He just got neutered and his expression says it all.
This little cutie isn’t happy about his recent surgery. He had plans to impress all the kitties in the neighborhood. He won’t be impressing anyone now. He’s better off just lying around on the couch all day. Maybe once he makes a full recovery, he will feel better.
2. This is Porkchop before and after his vet visit.
Pets have no idea what they are in for when they go to the vet. Maybe it’s a checkup, or maybe they are getting neutered. This cat got some pretty strong medicine for whatever reason. He is either really enjoying it or is still trying to figure out what’s going on.
3. Meet Huxley, Meet Huxley’s tongue
The vet put the cone around this dog, so he wouldn’t bite at his stitches, but it looks like he’s being pretty chill about it. He is either really happy to be going home or he is still feeling a little buzzed from his medicine. Either way, he has no complaints.
4. It might be a while before Cheddar feels back to normal.
This poor kitty had to have surgery on his paw. He seems to be doing all right other than the fact that his anesthesia hasn’t worn off yet. He seems to be a little bothered by what he sees. Maybe he just needs to sleep it off.
5. This is the staredown he’s been giving his owner since he’s gotten home.
This little guy knows the cone around his head is for his own good, but he’s mad about it. It’s his body, and if he wants to scratch and chew on his stitches, it’s his right. His owners just aren’t having it. Maybe he will be in a better mood after the cone is off.
6. Just slightly terrifying.
What did they give this cat? She seems to be shocked that she is even alive. She’s looking at the camera like she can’t believe what she’s seeing. Hopefully, she wasn’t stuck that way for long.
7. This sweet girl just woke up after having some X-rays done. Don’t worry, she’s fine.
Dogs have to be put under for a lot of different procedures. This dog had to have some X-rays done. She’s still waiting on that anesthesia to work its way out of her system. Until then, she will just be licking her cage.
8. This doggy is feeling goooood.
You can’t tell this pup just came back from the vet. He seems to be enjoying himself. He’s just relaxing and staring out the window. He’s so relaxed, he can’t help but smile. He seems to be handling it well.
9. This is the third time she needed to be shaved for ticks. She has now started rejecting the vet’s treats.
Whatever happened to this dog left him without any hair. Well, he does have some on his head and face. He looks a little strange. Hopefully, he doesn’t look in the mirror. He might not like what he sees.
10. Still a bit doped up on anesthesia.
This poor pup needs to rest for a few more minutes. She is clearly not all the way awake. Her tongue is hanging out of her mouth, and her eyes are barely open. At least her owners still love her.
11. Her cat was on meds to calm his nerves while on a cross-country road trip. They’re working.
This cat was given medicine to help her stay calm, so she could travel on a road trip. They obviously work really well. This cat is awfully relaxed. She probably made it the entire trip without making a sound. Poor kitty!
12. He’s not sure if he’s in reality anymore.
Anyone who has ever been put under for surgery knows how it feels when you wake up and you don’t know where you are. That’s how this dog feels right now. He’s isn’t sure if he’s awake or not, and he doesn’t look too happy about it. He needs a hug and a nap.
13. Even minor surgery can result in some interesting expressions.
This cat is still waiting to regain the feeling in her face. Her eyes are open, but she doesn’t seem to be very alert. She is just watching the world go by while her tongue hangs out of her mouth.
14. When you find your zen.
This dog is feeling really good right now. Either his surgery really helped or the medication they gave him hasn’t worn off. His owners couldn’t help but snap a photo.
15. Yeah, his dog is on another planet right now.
This dog doesn’t know he’s in the car. He doesn’t even know if he is on planet Earth right now. He is just out there spinning somewhere. Hopefully, his family helped him adjust after his meds wore off.
16. She had to take an opiate to treat a Copperhead snake bite. This is how she sat for 20 minutes.
This dog is lucky to be alive. She got in a fight with a copperhead snake and got bitten. She was in a lot of pain when her owners took her to the vet. Now, she seems to be feeling fine. Must be some good pain medicine.
17. This cat went from scared to absolutely pissed.
This cat was scared to death on his way into the doctor. Whatever procedure he had done just made him angry. If looks could kill, we would all be dead. This is one angry cat.
18. Poor thing had spinal surgery. This has been his expression while on his pain meds the past three days.
This pup had to have spine surgery. It’s a pretty serious procedure, so he was given a lot of medicine to help him deal with the pain. He has been on pain meds for several days in this photo.
19. Straight up passed out.
This cat isn’t even going to attempt to be normal until his anesthesia wears off. He plans to sleep it off. Too bad his owners still had to snap some photos of him.
20. Those pupils say it all.
This cat seems to be a little medicated and a lot confused. His huge eyes seem to say it all. He just wants to go home, and he wants this crazy thing off his head. He seems to be asking his owners to take it off.
21. Her face is still a little numb from her procedure.
If you have ever had a filling at the dentist, you know how this dog feels. She can’t feel her mouth. Her tongue is hanging out, and she doesn’t even know it. She’s still cute, though.
22. She is feeling absolutely no pain.
This dog had to have surgery on her leg. She had a painful injury, but you sure can’t tell. They must have given her some strong pain meds. She thinks she is just riding in the car.
23. It’s not Albert’s most shining moment.
Most pets look silly with these cones on their heads, but this cat really takes the cake. He looks like he is stuck inside it. He’s not very happy about wearing it, either. Hopefully, he didn’t have to for very long.
24. I think the meds are working.
This dog is reacting so strongly to his meds that his owner can barely hold him up. His eyes are cross, his tongue is hanging out, and he’s clearly out of it. Poor guy needs to get home, so he can take a nap and sleep it off.
25. “So, my dog had to get surgery and now he’s drugged up. I should feel sorry for him but I can’t stop laughing.”
This dog looks messed up, and for good reason. He had to have surgery, and he was given a lot of medicine. At least it worked. Now, how long before it wears off?
26. Here’s something you don’t see everyday – an owl coming out of anesthesia.
Domestic animals aren’t the only ones who need vet care. This owl had to have a procedure, and he needed to be put under. He is just now coming out of it, and he’s a little confused. At least he isn’t in any pain.
27. Anesthesia can do strange things.
This cat is coming out of anesthesia, and she is in her own world. She’s just lying there watching the world spin around her. She did manage to stick her tongue out to lick the cone around her head. What’s going through her mind?
28. Not happy about the vaccines he just received. Not happy at all.
This pouting pooch just had to get vaccinations. He’s not happy about it, though. He’s sitting in the backseat with a sad look on his face. He doesn’t know his owners did it out of love.
29. This little kitty was prescribed valium after his operation.
This cat was giving medications to help him relax during and after surgery. They work well. He doesn’t seem to be in any pain. He may need some help finding his litter box, though.
30. Is that fear? Confusion? Both?
This cat is recovering, but he isn’t sure how he feels. He knows something happened, but he can’t put his paw on it. He will be back to his old self in no time.
31. This post-op pup looks like he can smell color now that he’s under the influence.
This dog is having a great time. He just doesn’t know it. He also doesn’t know his name or where he lives. He’s just happy to be alive.
32. This dog actually wants to go back to the vet. It’s his new favorite place.
This dog doesn’t mind his meds. He’s actually enjoying them. He’s hooked on anesthesia. No tricking him when it comes time for the vet.
33. This cat is feelin’ real silly after his surgery.
This cat is so out of it that he doesn’t even know his tongue is hanging out. His owner can’t help but play with him, though. This is a fun photo is perfect for sharing.
34. This is what your cat looks like when you pick them up from an overnight stay at the vet. I would be terrified to open that box.
Sometimes, pets can’t handle the real world after surgery. They have to be put in a box to protect them. This cat is glaring out from his box. It’s not safe to open it yet.
35. When you take advantage of your dog’s post-vet visit for a photo-op.
This pet was so lost, it wondered right into the perfect photo op. His owners didn’t waste any time. Poor thing is wearing a cone and still has to post for photos.
36. Aztec the cat in happy painkiller land.
This cat has so many painkillers in its system that it’s just one with the world. It’s using the poses it learned in cat yoga to help it relax. It seems to be at peace right now. No pain here.
37. I woke up like dis… after anesthesia.
This dog was sedated during a procedure, and he woke up with a horrible case of bed head. Poor little guy doesn’t even know how bad it looks. His eyes are a little crooked, too. He needs some water and a nap to get over it.
38. My parts!!! Where are my parts? I had them before I went to the vet and now they’re gone dammit… goneeee!
This dog might look clueless, but he can tell something is missing. They were there when he went to the vet, and now, they are gone. As soon as he gets that cone off his head, he will be able to search properly.
39. This dog has no idea why animals freak out about going to the vet. He can’t wait to go back.
This dog’s meds haven’t worn off, but he doesn’t mind. He’s having the time of his life. He can’t wait to go back to the vet. Why don’t other dogs like it?
40. This dog was given a muscle relaxer. Now he’s in ultra relax mode.
This pooch was given a muscle relaxer. It must be a good one. He is very relaxed. So relaxed that he can barely open his eyes.
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