The cat’s indwelling needle should be left in for up to four days. When a cat is sick and goes to the hospital for infusion, an indwelling needle will be inserted into the cat in order to facilitate the infusion. Usually the indwelling needle can be used for 3-4 days. If the indwelling needle is left in for too long, it will cause serious symptoms at the place where the cat was infused. Infection, in severe cases, can lead to phlebitis in cats.

Can the cat’s indwelling needle be removed by myself?

Cat indwelling needles can be removed by yourself. You need to pay attention to the fact that the cat cannot move around during the removal process, otherwise the needle will shift and the cat will feel pain and pull. Large wounds may cause more bleeding, or even wound infection and inflammation.

After removing the needle, measures should be taken to stop bleeding, and do not let other pets or strangers come into contact with the cat to avoid infection. While the owner does not let the cat move around, he or she can put a pee pad under the cat to prevent the cat's blood from contaminating the furniture.