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My new kitten's spay stitches look raw. Is this normal healing?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 2 lbs

I just got my kitten from the shelter and checked her stitches. This morning and I'm worried that this isnt normal.. I've never had a female kitten. Everyone tells me it's fine they take time to heal. Does this look like I need to take her to a clinic!? She doesnt act hurt and nothing when I touch it. But I'm worried

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 5th, 2019

It looks ok. I just suggest you apply a thin layer of Neosprin to it twice a day because it’s a bit raw. I wouldn’t be worried unless it gets very swollen or is open and oozing. Please feel free to ask more questions if you need to. Best wishes!

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