The cat was neutered and the stitches were removed late. If the wound is dry and healed, it will be no big deal. Just wait until the wound returns to normal. If the wound is red, swollen and inflamed, it is recommended to clean the wound with saline or hydrogen peroxide every day to remove the exudates and dirt. , the cat continues to wear the collar to prevent licking and biting until the wound heals.

If the cat is sterilized and the stitches are not removed, the stitches will grow in the flesh and will be slowly absorbed over time. However, it may also cause inflammation or even infection, so it is best to suture the wound after the cat is sterilized. The stitches are removed in about seven to 10 days.

What should you pay attention to when neutering cats?

1. Before cat sterilization, the female cat needs to wear an Elizabethan ring until the stitches are removed to prevent the female cat from scratching or licking the wound, causing the wound to crack. Infection and suppuration.

2. Postoperative care for female cats after sterilization is mainly to ensure that the wound is dry and clean, otherwise secondary infection may easily occur.

3. For a period of time after sterilization, the cat’s activities should be reduced to avoid cracking or collapse of the seams, which may endanger the cat’s health.