When I had my Boomer snipped, he came home and wasn't in any sort of mood to play. He was a fairly excited puppy, and he didn't even wanna chase the kitty! Seriously though, he should be fine. I'd put the toys away for a day or three just until he heals a bit. He can live without them. Also, they say not to give them water, so I offered ice on a plate for him to lick that first evening. Then they're fine to eat/drink freely. He just layed around and sort of looked pathetic. In all, it wasn't that difficult to deal with (I'm sure Boomer would say differently if he could talk!).