My cat is restless and won't sleep after surgery. What can I do?

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My cat had just gotten abdominal surgery about 44 hours ago. It went perfectly! Unfortunately he hasn't slept in about 29 hours and his anesthesia seems to have almost cleared. Hes with his e collar in a kitty cage at night but headhutts the cage or lays there for the whole night eyes wide open. He's eating and drinking fine. I really want him to get rest and stop moving around so his jumpiness doesn't accidentally rip a stitch. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 12 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

I'm glad to hear that Brady's surgery went well. I suggest you keep him in calm, quiet room by himself (no other animals, etc). I also recommend you get a Feliway diffuser to put in the room with him. Feliway is basically "happy cat" pheromones and it really works well to relax cats. ( https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/comfort-zone-calming-diffuser-kit-for-cat ) Hope this helps. Best wishes.

My cat is restless and won't sleep after surgery. What can I do?

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