This is Didi, day 3 post-spay. Still rocking the sunflower collar like it is a fashion statement. And honestly? She’s pulling it off.
\n\nThe wound is healing beautifully � clean, dry, no redness or swelling. She’s been eating normally since day 2 (which for a British Shorthair is always a good sign � these cats do not skip meals unless something is really wrong). Energy levels are back up, she’s alert and curious, just slightly annoyed about the collar situation.
\n\nThat tongue-out blep in the photo? Pure coincidence. I was filming and she happened to be mid-lick. But it captures her personality perfectly � unbothered, a little goofy, still herself.
\n\nSpay Recovery Day 3 � What I’m Doing Right
\n\nCollar stays on. Even though she looks comfortable and the wound seems fine, I’m not taking any chances. Cats are masters at hiding discomfort, and one good scratch session could undo days of healing.
\n\nFood: normal portions, nothing special. No extra treats, no “recovery meals.” Spay recovery doesn’t need special food � just her regular diet. Overfeeding post-spay is how British Shorthairs end up on the chunky side, and trust me, the breed already has a reputation.
\n\nActivity: letting her set the pace. She’s free to walk around, nap wherever she wants, and get her zoomies out � as long as she’s not jumping on high surfaces. So far she’s mostly chosen the couch and the sun spot by the window.
\n\nWhat Day 3 Typically Looks Like
\n\nBy day 3, most cats are past the groggy phase and starting to feel like themselves again. If you’re going through this with your own cat, here’s what’s normal:
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- ? Appetite back to normal (or even hungrier than usual) \n
- ? Wound site clean, dry, minimal discharge \n
- ? Active and alert, wanting to explore \n
- ? Trying to play or run (gently redirect if they go too hard) \n
- ?? Some irritation at the collar � totally normal, don’t give in \n
- ?? Slight redness around incision � normal unless it’s spreading or hot to touch \n
When to Worry
\n\nI’m not a vet, so always check with yours. But the red flags I’m watching for: swelling that’s growing, discharge that’s yellow/green or smells bad, loss of appetite for more than 24 hours, or if she’s unusually lethargic. None of those so far � Didi is doing great.
\n\nOne more week until the collar comes off. Until then, she’s our little sunflower.
\n\n? Follow along for more updates � and drop a comment if your cat has been through this too.
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