🐾 4 major care suggestions after sterilization・Detailed introduction

While spaying and neutering surgery may be a routine procedure for cats, it can be quite challenging for both pet owners and their pets. Post-operative care directly impacts the speed and comfort of your pet's recovery. Failure to properly handle the procedure can lead to wound infection, psychological stress, and even obesity. Today, we've compiled four key post-neuter care tips , explaining each in detail and sharing our personal experiences. This will help pet owners understand what to expect and help them through a smooth recovery.

🌟 Recommendation 1: Postoperative environment and activity management

"Be quiet, be safe, and avoid jumping around randomly"

• Keep the environment quiet : The pet needs to rest after the operation, so try to arrange a quiet corner to avoid being disturbed by loud noises or strangers.
• Limit excessive activity : Avoid jumping high or running around for a few days after surgery, especially for female cats whose wounds are larger and more easily torn.
• Provide comfortable mattress : prepare a clean and soft mattress so that the owner can rest peacefully.

Editor’s experience: My little male cat at home still wanted to jump onto the top of the cabinet after surgery, so I had to temporarily block off the high area with cardboard boxes, making the living room look like an obstacle course 😅.

🐱 Recommendation 2: Wound care and protection measures

"The wound is the most important thing."

• Wear a hood or post-operative clothing to prevent your pet from licking the wound, as saliva will increase the risk of infection.
• Check the wound daily : pay attention to whether there is redness, swelling, bleeding, or pus. If there is any abnormality, see a doctor immediately👀.
• Avoid bathing : Do not bathe your cat for at least two weeks to avoid getting the wound wet.

Editor’s opinion: The headgear is really “the master’s most hated enemy”. My cat bumps into things all the time when wearing it, which is really painful, but it is really necessary because once I let my guard down and it licked the wound until it turned red.

💊 Recommendation 3: Diet and Nutrition Adjustment

"Replenish energy, but avoid obesity"

• Light and easy to digest : For the first one or two meals after surgery, you can give your baby a small amount of wet food or dry food mixed with warm water to reduce the burden on the stomach and intestines.
• Control food intake : After sterilization, the metabolism will slow down and obesity is likely to occur, so pay attention to the amount of food you feed.
• Choose a sterilization formula food : There are low-calorie, high-protein cat foods on the market for sterilized cats that help maintain weight and muscle.
• Make sure you drink enough water : Drinking enough water can help with recovery and reduce the risk of urinary tract diseases💧.

My experience: My cat's appetite seemed to go into overdrive for a few days after surgery. I was almost fed more by her pitiful look. A reminder to you, my servants: Don't be soft-hearted, or you'll have a much harder time losing weight later.

🐾 Suggestion 4: Psychological comfort and companionship

Love and companionship are the best medicine

• More companionship : The master may feel uneasy after the operation, and the servant's voice and companionship can soothe the emotions.
• Maintain daily interactions : Although you can’t play too much, you can touch and talk gently to make them feel less lonely🥰.
• Observe behavioral changes : If your pet suddenly becomes overly anxious, refuses to eat, or keeps hiding, these could be signs of discomfort.

Editor's thoughts: I remember my female cat stayed by my side all night after the operation, her eyes full of helplessness. I was really heartbroken at that time, but I also knew that my company and comfort were the best support.

🎉 Editor’s Summary

Sterilization surgery is an important step in the health of the master, but postoperative care is a greater test of the slave's responsibility.

• The environment is quiet and safe🛋️
• Strictly protect the wound
• Dietary control adjustment🍽️
• Psychological comfort and companionship💖

👉Minion Mission : Don't assume everything is done after surgery. The first one to two weeks after surgery are crucial. As long as the minions carefully watch over you, your master will recover happily and continue to live, eat, play, sleep, and enjoy a happy life together🐱✨.