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My kitten's spay incision looks crusty. Is this normal after surgery?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | 1 month and 13 days old | 3.7 lbs

Amber is 2 months old and got fixed 48 hours ago. this is her incision site and I am really worried. Does this look normal?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on February 11th, 2019

It looks quite crusty but the stitches seem holding the margins still in place (one facing the opposite). I would suggest to rest her as much as possible and to put a buster collar on to avoid any licking. If you notice discharge coming from the wound, any sign of pain/discomfort or lethargy or inappetence or you can actually see underlying tissue layers, it would be absolutely best to have her checked by your local veterinarian.

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