My kitten's spay stitches are sticking out. Should I remove them?

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My kitten was spayed a couple of months ago but she still has a piece of stitches sticking in her skin. Should I worry or can I try to pull it out, it's stuck in her skin really bad. Pet's info: Cat | Ragdoll | Female | spayed | 9 months and 15 days old | 4 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

I would leave the remaining suture alone unless it seems to be bothering Kloe. Depending on what type of suture your veterinarian uses, it may disintegrate and come out on its own over the next few weeks, or it may be a type of non-absorbable suture that is designed to stay in place permanently. If the area around the suture looks red or irritated, or if it seems to be bothering her, I would suggest taking her back to your vet to have this checked - he/she can safely remove it if needed.

My kitten's spay stitches are sticking out. Should I remove them?

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