My cat's neuter incision is red, wet, and he keeps licking it. Is it okay?

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My 7 month old cats were castration yesterday. Both had severe diarrhoea yesterday but that's seems to have calmed down. One of my cats sack is really red and very wet but I know he keeps licking it despite me trying to stop him. Is that normal? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 7 months and 22 days old | 8.55 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

The diarrhea could have been caused from the anesthesia or the stress of just being at the vet's office. If the diarrhea continues, let your vet know so they don't get dehydrated. The redness of the scrotum is not normal. Make sure you are keeping them confined and not letting the run, jump, or play. I would put them in a large crate with a litter box if you have to. Also, I would strongly encourage you to put a cone collar on the one that is licking the incision. If he continues to lick it, it will not heal. The bacteria from his mouth could cause it to quickly get infected and cause it to be very irritated. If the redness doesn't improve or if you start seeing some discharge, I would have your vet recheck the incision. There is a good chance he may need some antibiotics. I hope this helps!

My cat's neuter incision is red, wet, and he keeps licking it. Is it okay?

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