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My kitten's spay incision is red after rough play. ER vet needed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 months and 28 days old | 4.6 lbs

My kitten was spayed 5 days ago, I caught her playinG very rough with another cat today. Now her surgery sight looks very red. She doesn't have any other signs yet? Should I take her to the emergency vet?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on October 23rd, 2019

That could be some bruising or irritation The incision itself appears to still be intact though. As long as Rosey is behaving normally, you can likely wait until tomorrow to have her rechecked by your veterinarian. Keep the e-collar (cone) in place and restrict her activity as much as possible. If she develops bruising anywhere else or becomes lethargic, then a visit to the ER would be recommended.

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

    Veterinarian

    Published on September 28th, 2019

    The wound looks absolutely fine, with a very mild inflammation which is normal at this stage. I would be worried about it at this stage, but I would recommend to limit as much as possible her activity.

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