How to Heal From a Spay for Cats

A cat needs seven to 10 days to recover from a recent spay, so that complications post-surgery do not arise. A responsible pet owner needs to understand that a spaying procedure isn't just a matter of having the actual surgery; it is also imperative to prepare your home for post-operative care. You can help your pet heal properly with simple tactics and preventive measures to ensure your cat's safety after surgery.

Things You'll Need

  • Litter box
  • Natural cat litter
  • Cat bed or open box with towel
  • Cat carrier
  • Clean cat food dish
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Instructions

    • 1

      Set up an area in your home away from children and animals. Place a litter box with a natural cat litter in that area. Do not allow other cats to use this litter box.

    • 2

      Place a clean cat bed in the recovery area, or make a cat bed using a cat-sized box and a clean towel. Make sure no other animals contaminate the area.

    • 3

      Bring your cat home from the veterinarian clinic in a cat carrier, and allow it to come out of the cat carrier at its own pace in the designated area.

    • 4

      Observe your cat for a few minutes, and comfort it by gently rubbing its back. Make sure it is in an enclosed area so that it cannot be disturbed by people or other pets.

    • 5

      Wait an hour before attempting to feed or water your cat. Put a minimal amount of food and water in separate compartments of your cat's dish. Observe your cat's interest in the food and water.

    • 6

      Feed your cat again after five or six hours. If your cat continues to eat normally without any signs of nausea, resume feeding your cat according to its normal routine.

    • 7

      Let your cat out of the enclosed area after a full twenty-four hours following the surgery. Try to minimize our cat's activities with children or other animals for 7 to ten days after the surgery.