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Does my cat need an e-collar after neuter to stop licking the wound?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

i have just neutrated my car but vet didn't give E collar said no need .İs it true ? İ read that they shouldn't lick their wound. Thanks for previous question :)

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on September 9th, 2019

If you see your cat licking the surgical site, then he should wear an e-collar. It can be difficult to get one on cat that can prevent him from licking completely, so you may have to get a really large one.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on December 17th, 2017

    My opinion is the same as your vet, i do not discharge cats with an e-collar after a neutering surgery, it is not necessary. i have very rarely seen any complications post surgery with cat neutering.

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