Pebbles just had her spay surgery yesterday. She was feeling bad afterwards and somehow escaped her bag carrier while we were driving back home from the vet. We were able to pull over and try to get her back in but she was growling and hissing at us. We then decided to ask my other family members for help but that didn’t work either. We took about 4 hours of her not being able to get back in. I then took her to an animal hospital to see if they could put her back in her carrier so I could take her out of my car. However she was really defensive with the vet techs and she was running around the car and jumping as well. She refused to get back in but thankfully they were able to do it. I had left her in her back for a few hours when I got back because she didn’t want me close to her at all. I unzipped the bag for her to get out whenever she wanted to and she didn’t even do that. I pulled out a treat to give it to her and she ate it just fine. The vet told me to use an e collar today and I tried to put it on her in the morning and she took it off. I then tried baby onesies but she also escaped it. Right now I see that her incision area is kind of red but I’m not sure if that’s normal or not, this is my first time having my cat spayed and I’m just worried. I also don’t know if my vet used glue or stitches on her. But it was done via laser instead of traditional.
It sounds like Pebbles has had quite an eventful time after her spay surgery, and it's completely understandable to be concerned about her incision site, especially since this is your first experience with spay recovery.
From the photos, it appears there is some redness around the incision area. While some redness and mild swelling can be normal after surgery, particularly given the stress and activity Pebbles has experienced, it's important to monitor the incision closely for any signs of infection or complications.
Here are a few things to keep in mind and steps you can take:
First, keep a close eye on the incision for any increased redness, swelling, discharge, or a foul odor, as these can be signs of infection.
It's also crucial to prevent Pebbles from licking or chewing at the incision site. Since she managed to remove the e-collar and baby onesies, you might want to try a different type of e-collar or a surgical recovery suit designed for pets. Distracting her with toys or treats can also help keep her from focusing on the incision.
Make sure the incision area stays clean and dry. Avoid bathing her or allowing her to get the area wet until it has fully healed.
Try to keep Pebbles as calm and inactive as possible to prevent stress on the incision. This might be challenging given her recent behavior, but creating a quiet, comfortable space for her to rest can be beneficial.
If Pebbles seems to be in pain or discomfort, consult your vet about appropriate pain management options.
Given the redness and the recent stress on the incision, it would be wise to follow up with your vet. They can assess whether the redness is within the normal range of healing or if it indicates a problem that needs treatment.
If you notice any signs of infection or if the redness worsens, please contact your vet immediately. It's always better to be cautious, especially with post-surgical care.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask. Thank you.
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