Spay incision redness

[Harborlily]

Hey guys, my kitten Zoe (5 months ish) was spayed Monday. She is eating, acting, pooping etc normal. I just caught her licking the adhesive on her belly ... there’s one spot of redness and the glue is a bit crusty. I’m going to call the vet and send pics first thing tomorrow but does this look ok or like I’m going to be bringing her in....

 

[Danneq]

IMO, the skin looks a smidge irritated, but not anything serious. I don't think it's infected atm and I don't think licking the glue will hurt her. (I am not a vet.) It's hard to say based on just a picture, but I, personally, don't think I'd be taking her in yet. Especially not since her behavior is normal. Definitely keep an eye on the area, though.

Did they give you a cone for her to wear? She really shouldn't be licking the incision.

 

[Harborlily]

IMO, the skin looks a smidge irritated, but not anything serious. I don't think it's infected atm and I don't think licking the glue will hurt her. (I am not a vet.) It's hard to say based on just a picture, but I, personally, don't think I'd be taking her in yet. Especially not since her behavior is normal. Definitely keep an eye on the area, though.

Did they give you a cone for her to wear? She really shouldn't be licking the incision.

Surprisingly no cone! Does look irritated to me with slight redness... thank you! I will still text the vet in the morning but I feel a bit better

 

[stephanietx]

It does look irritated, but not infected. You can try putting a baby onesie on her or even the top of a tube sock (cut off the foot/heel portion) to keep her from licking.