How to care for a neutered cat

Nov 29,2023
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Care tips for cats after sterilization:

1. Do not rush to take the cat home after the sterilization operation. The cat needs to be kept in the hospital for observation before the anesthesia wears off. It is recommended to let the cat rest in the cage. During this period, the doctor will monitor the cat's body temperature to check the degree of recovery. The cat can not be taken home until it fully regains consciousness and can stand on its own.

2. After surgery, be sure to put a collar on the cat to prevent the cat from licking the wound and causing infection. Pay attention to keeping the wound dry. If you find bleeding or pus, go to the hospital in time and let the doctor handle it.

3. The cat needs to rest after the operation. Prepare a cat nest that is large enough for the cat to lie flat, such as a large cardboard box, a large travel bag, a professional pet bag, etc. Place the cat's nest flat on the floor. Avoid letting the cat jump high and strenuous exercise may cause wound cracking and infection. You can also let the cat stay in the cage by itself.

4. It is best not to take a bath for half a month after sterilization. It is generally recommended not to take a bath within half a month after sterilization to prevent wound infection caused by bath water.

5. After sterilization, female cats need to use iodophor to lightly disinfect the sutures every day. At the same time, they need to wear an Elizabethan ring to prevent the wound from being licked. After a week, they need to go to the hospital to have the stitches removed. Male cats do not need to have their stitches removed.

Benefits of cat sterilization:

1. Neutering is good for the cat’s health. Unneutered cats are very painful when in heat, become very emotionally unstable, and even attack people. Not venting for a long time will cause endocrine disorders, emotional instability, and increase the risk of illness. For female cats, not spaying or neutering may lead to various uterine or breast diseases.

2. Avoid more and more stray cats. Many people think that sterilization is a very cruel thing, which makes them lose the ability to have children. But cats have very strong reproductive capabilities and can give birth to several cats at a time. If they are left alive without sterilization, there will be no way to raise them, which will lead to an increase in the number of stray cats.

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