"Defabergerization" - this is the name of this delicate procedure in veterinarian slang. One of the most simple from a professional point of view, but at the same time very serious in terms of the impact on the health of the animal.
It is necessary
- - stimulant or anti-stress drug
- - warm and soft bedding
- - spacious carrying basket where the cat can lie horizontally
Instructions
Step 1
Do not feed 14 hours before the procedure. Animals are usually given general anesthesia, which induces vomiting, and undigested food particles can enter the respiratory tract. Therefore, the optimal time for castration is before 11 am. The cat can be fed in the evening, he will spend a quiet night with a full stomach, and in the morning he will empty his intestines. And there will be no embarrassment on the vet's examination table.
Step 2
Make an injection of a biostimulant the day before (for example, "Gamavita", the dosage in case of stress associated with transportation or castration is indicated in the instructions) or give an anti-stress drug. Do not "distract" the animal with a valerian, it excites the nervous system of cats. It is especially important to support the cat the day before if the animal is aged or has recently been ill.
Step 3
Be close to the cat when he comes out of anesthesia. Animals in this state behave inadequately: they climb up, fall, cannot land correctly, this results in fractures, bruises, and even death. After the operation, the cat should be placed in a warm place, provide access to fresh air (but not put in a draft). Best closed in a portable basket. When the cat comes to his senses and wants to drink, you need to bring him warm and clean water (milk is not needed, its usefulness for cats is questionable, and it can provoke a vomiting reaction). You can feed the animal at least ten hours later. Veterinarians advise to communicate with the cat affectionately, calmly and patiently.
Step 4
Diet and supportive care. In cats, after castration, the hormonal background changes, the metabolism slows down. This means that the problem of obesity and diseases of the liver and kidneys is increasing. Therefore, it is worth taking care of the diet in advance: choose ready-made food for castrated cats, or build a balanced diet from natural products.
