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How to care for a male kitten after neutering and prevent infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 7 months and 9 days old

How do i care for my kitten after he gets home from being neutered? I dont want him to get an infection or anything

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Answered By Rosemary Barber, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 20th, 2017

Hi there! It's really important that your kitten takes it easy for approximately a week after neutering. Keep his activity as low as possible. The incisions will heal very quickly, assuming we are talking about a male cat. When you take him home your vet will give you detailed instructions to help guide you !

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