Is my cat's neuter incision open? (pictures included)

[kiwisurprise]

Hi! My cat, Sol, was neutered yesterday. it's been less than 24 hours since the procedure. I'm concerned his incision may have opened.

It doesn't seem to be bleeding, but should I be concerned, or does this look normal? I'll take him into the vet ASAP if needed.

It's been a handful of years since I last had a cat neutered, so any help is absolutely appreciated!

Thank you in advance

 

[tabbytom]

and welcome to TCS!

I'm replying you with the reply I commented in this thread :- is-it-infected.441264

The incision looks ok to me. It's normal for the surgical site to bleed a little and also the swelling is due to blood filling up the sac. It'll slowly subside in a week or two.

Just take note that there is no yellow pus or foul smelling pus. If there is, it means that the surgical site is infected and you must immediately bring your cat in to the vet.

Keep the surgical site clean and dry. Use a slightly warm damp towel and dab the area after your cat has use the litter box to clean away the litter dust.

The testosterones will take around 8 weeks to leave the system and you'll find 2 flat sac. By then, the fur should have grown back.

It's normal for him to lick the surgical area but make sure he don't over groom the area. A little running and jumping is ok but no wild play.