Pre-op Instructions
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Please remember that at least one FVRCP vaccine is required before surgery. Proof of vaccination is required. Feral/stray cats in traps are exempt from this requirement.
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Your cat will have general anesthesia for spay or neuter surgery. Please do not feed your cat after 7 AM the morning of surgery. There is no need to withhold food the night before. Always have water available.
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Please drop off your cat in a carrier or trap between 7 - 8:30 AM.
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Feral cats MUST COME IN TRAPS. We recommend bringing a carrier so we can transfer feral cats after surgery.
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Each cat receives:
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isoflurane gas anesthesia
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injectable pain control (buprinex)
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a combination penicillin intra-muscular injection that lasts 5 days to prevent infection
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sub-cutaneous fluids
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nail trim
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You will receive a phone call when your cat is ready to be picked up. All cats must be picked up by 6 PM the day of surgery.
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Feral and stray cats may be released the same day of surgery.
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We recommend micro-chipping at the time of surgery when possible, especially if the cat is feral or stray or will be living in an indoor/outdoor situation.
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Feral cats will receive a left ear tip to indicate they have been fixed and vaccinated. Feral/stray cats in traps will receive an FVRCP and rabies vaccine.
Post-op Instructions
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Your cat has had general anesthesia today. We use only gas anesthesia (isoflurane) and buprinex injectable pain control
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Each cat also receives:
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a combination penicillin intra-muscular injection that lasts 5 days to prevent infection
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sub-cutaneous fluids
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nail trim
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If your cat was spayed (female):
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you may notice a swelling at the incision site. This swelling is normal and will resolve in 10-14 days. If the swelling is red, hot,or draining thick yellow pus, please call the office as this may be a sign of infection.
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Follow-up visits are free of charge if infection occurs.
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Please allow your cat to rest for a few days after her surgery
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If your cat was neutered (male):
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You may notice a swelling in the scrotum. This is normal and will resolve in a few days.
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If your cat received vaccinations today, (FVRCP, Rabies, or FeLV) he/she may be tired for the next few days. This is normal and will resolve on its own. If your cat experiences diarrhea and vomiting, this may be a sign of vaccine reaction. Please consult your own veterinarian or emergency clinic for assistance.
Questions? Call the Nine Lives Foundation Clinic at 650-368-1365.