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after my cat got spaded and had a hernia operation she ...

Sent to Cat Experts October 29, 2005 8:34 a.m.

after my cat got spaded and had a hernia operation she doesn't settle down to snuggle. Why might that be?

Optional Information: Age: <1; Female; Breed: cat
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making special time to snuggle with her but she meows, squirms and jumps off or thinks you want to play with her

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October 29, 2005 8:41 a.m. (7 minutes and 16 seconds later)

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This is usually just because they are getting older and more independent. This is pretty common as they age. I would just encourage her gently to come to you with treats and pet her softly.

Cats are famous for being picky about who pets them and when. There's an old joke that says that you should get a dog if you want a pet who will enjoy letting you pet them when YOU want to.

Let me know if you still have questions about this.

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Sent October 29, 2005 9:17 a.m. (35 minutes and 36 seconds later)

does her operation have anything to do with her behavior change? like being under anthesia? or maybe her being close to being in heat?

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October 29, 2005 10:52 a.m. (1 hour and 35 minutes later)

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If she was in heat when the spay was performed, this can cause SOME behavioral changes because their hormones get out of whack. Anesthesia can certainly have a sedative effect but it should not last for more than a day or two. So, if the spay was less than a week ago, you can somewhat blame it on the procedure.

Make sense?

Tammy F. -- Cat Care Expert -- 99% Positive Feedback on 803 Cat Accepts
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