Feline Spay and Declaw

Surgical Discharge Instructions

Your cat has just been spayed and declawed. Spaying consists of removal of both ovaries and uterus from an abdominal incision. Declawing consists of removal of the nail and attached bone. This surgical procedure was done under a general anesthetic.

Some important Information following surgery:

· Your pet should be fully recovered from the anesthetic by the time she goes home.

· Feed your pet their regular diet.

· We recommend “Yesterday News” or shredded paper instead of your regular cat litter, for the next 10 days.

· Incisions from declawing take up to two weeks to heal and the paws may be sore to the touch during this time.

· For the next 10 days, no excessive running or jumping.

· Keep cats indoors only.

· Check your pet’s spay incision daily.

· Do not clean any blood off the feet.

· Give medications as directed.

Notify the Hospital If:

· Your pet licks excessively at her spay incision or at her paws.

· There is any redness, swelling or discharge from the spay incision or the toes.

· Your pet has persistent vomiting, diarrhea or anorexia.

· Any of the toes start to bleed.

Special Instructions:

Your pet is going home with an oral medication called buprenex to control pain. Please start these medications in the evening. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us. Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your pet.