Can my cat come home the same day?

• He'll recover from anesthesia in about an hour
• Veterinary staff will monitor him for unusual reactions or bleeding
• In most cases, he can go home that evening

When can my cat resume normal activity?

• Most cats recover rapidly
• Some cats will eat the same day as surgery
• He should be eating the next morning
• Post-operative pain is rare
• Most cats are back to normal within three days

What should I look for at home?

• Abnormal swelling of the incision area; some swelling is normal
• Bloody or thick discharge from the incision
• Any foul odors from the incision area
• Extreme discoloration of the area; some pink is normal dark red or purple are not normal
• Contact your veterinarian if you see any of these conditions or if your cat does not seem to be recovering
• Try to prevent your cat from licking the incision area

Are there any risks associated with neuter surgery?

• Your vet takes many steps to eliminate risks during surgery
• The vet will most likely perform blood tests before surgery to identify or rule out underlying health problems
• During anesthesia, your cats heart rate and breathing will be monitored closely
• The surgery takes place in a sterile environment to eliminate risks of infection

Male cats don't become pregnant. Why should I neuter my male kitten?

• Removing the testes also decreases the amount of testosterone
• Testosterone can affect other organs besides sex organs, including the heart and prostate
• Neutering reduces the chance of a male cat developing prostate cancer
• Less testosterone in the male cats body decreases aggression and fighting
• Neutering can eliminate or significantly reduce spraying behaviors

The pros of neutering your cat far outnumber the cons. Ready to schedule your kittens surgery? Talk to your veterinarian today.

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