Ok, so after Bella bit out her sutures saturday night, they put in surgical staples at the Animal ER and put a clear plastic e collar on her to keep her from "getting at them" Unfortunately she is SO LONG. Ive sat and watched her clean herself, including that area. I haven't seen her bite at them, though, and they all still seem to be there. Is the licking a problem? What's a girl to do?? Why is my cat the only self mutilator LOL? The lady at the ER seemed very shocked that she was still able to reach them, but I assure you, she can. Help a very confused first time cat owner