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Vet Warns Kitten Will Be Drowsy After Anesthetic—Then Owner Arrives Home

Vet Warns Kitten Will Be Drowsy After Anesthetic—Then Owner Arrives Home

Summary

A cat owner from San Antonio noticed unexpected behavior in their kitten after surgery, despite being told the cat would be drowsy from anesthesia. Instead of resting, the kitten was very active, and the owner's experience shared in a TikTok video quickly gained popularity online.

Key Facts

  • A cat in San Antonio had undergone surgery and was expected to be drowsy afterward due to anesthesia.
  • Contrary to expectations, the kitten was very active and did not rest upon returning home.
  • The owner shared the experience through a TikTok video that went viral with over 547,300 views and 60,600 likes.
  • VCA Animal Hospitals state that cats may be sleepy for 12 to 24 hours after anesthesia.
  • After surgery, it is recommended to keep cats warm, comfortable, and in a quiet space.
  • Anesthesia can cause mild nausea, and cats should be given small meals a few hours after returning home.
  • Cats need restricted activity for seven to ten days to protect the surgical wound and might require an E-collar or recovery suit to prevent licking.
  • The kitten's energetic reaction was noted to be a rare response to the anesthetic medication.
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