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Recovery of your cat after illness or surgery - BCF VZW

During the period when your cat is recovering from an illness or surgery, she needs extra care and attention. You may need to give medication, check the wound or change a bandage. The extra care you provide during this period will help her recover more quickly.

Important during the recovery period:

  • Give your cat sufficient rest and opportunity to sleep extra
  • Administer any medication according to the guidelines
  • Give any dietary food according to your vet's advice
  • If your cat has a bandage or splint, check it regularly and make sure it stays in place

Contact your vet immediately in the following situations:

  • If your cat suddenly appears very ill;
  • In case of weakness/lethargy;
  • In case of diarrhoea or vomiting (for more than 24 hours);
  • If your cat refuses to eat for a day;
  • If the bandage shifts;
  • If you see a change around the wound;
  • When your cat drinks an abnormally large amount.