Why is my cat crying and not playing after neutering surgery?

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Hey, I just got my cat neutered 3 days ago. He usually meows like he’s crying in the night, doesn’t purr anymore and doesn’t play like he used to. Is my cat depressed or is he in pain because of neutering? Tried giving him some treats and toys to cheer him up but nothing seems to help. What can I do to get him back to his old self? Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | neutered | 9 months and 15 days old | 7.6 lbs

Lisa Mausbach, DVM · Accepted Answer

Good Evening...thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I am sorry that Bunny is having some trouble. Was Bunny sent home with any pain medications? If not, you may want to contact your veterinarian to either get some pain medications or possibly refill some more. You may also want to schedule a recheck with your veterinarian to be sure the surgical site does not look infected. It is also normal for pets to experience abnormal behaviors for a few days after an anesthetic event - this may also be the case for Bunny. I hope this helps, good luck, and I hope Bunny gets the relief he needs!

Why is my cat crying and not playing after neutering surgery?

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