Pet Care Guide

BENCMATE blog header — How to Keep a Cat Warm After Surgery — tabby cat wearing a purple recovery collar

How to Keep a Cat Warm After Surgery

Keep a cat warm after surgery with a 70 to 75°F room, a soft bed and a gentle heat source under only half the bed. Cool ears and paws are...

How to Keep a Cat Warm After Surgery

Keep a cat warm after surgery with a 70 to 75°F room, a soft bed and a gentle heat source under only half the bed. Cool ears and paws are...

BENCMATE blog header — Cat Bladder Stone Surgery Recovery — ginger tabby cat with Grey recovery collar

How Long Does Cat Bladder Stone Surgery Recover...

Most cats recover from bladder stone surgery in 10 to 14 days. Blood-tinged urine and frequent small pees are normal for 3 to 7 days; keep a recovery collar on...

How Long Does Cat Bladder Stone Surgery Recover...

Most cats recover from bladder stone surgery in 10 to 14 days. Blood-tinged urine and frequent small pees are normal for 3 to 7 days; keep a recovery collar on...

BENCMATE blog header — Can I Board My Dog After Surgery — Border Collie with Navy Blue recovery collar

Can I Board My Dog After Surgery?

Wait 10 to 14 days after surgery, until the incision check, before boarding your dog at a regular kennel. If you have to travel sooner, choose medical boarding or a...

Can I Board My Dog After Surgery?

Wait 10 to 14 days after surgery, until the incision check, before boarding your dog at a regular kennel. If you have to travel sooner, choose medical boarding or a...

BENCMATE blog header — Dewclaw Removal Aftercare for Dogs — Yellow Labrador with Blue recovery collar

Dewclaw Removal Aftercare for Dogs: Bandage, Li...

After dewclaw removal, keep the bandage clean and dry for 3 to 5 days, stop licking with a recovery collar for 10 to 14 days, and limit running and jumping...

Dewclaw Removal Aftercare for Dogs: Bandage, Li...

After dewclaw removal, keep the bandage clean and dry for 3 to 5 days, stop licking with a recovery collar for 10 to 14 days, and limit running and jumping...

BENCMATE blog header — Why Is My Cat's Eye Watering After Surgery — tabby cat wearing a purple recovery collar

Why Is My Cat's Eye Watering or Discharging Aft...

A little clear, watery or greasy eye discharge in the first 24 to 48 hours after surgery is usually leftover lubricating ointment from anesthesia or mild irritation. Squinting, a cloudy...

Why Is My Cat's Eye Watering or Discharging Aft...

A little clear, watery or greasy eye discharge in the first 24 to 48 hours after surgery is usually leftover lubricating ointment from anesthesia or mild irritation. Squinting, a cloudy...

BENCMATE blog header — How to Bathe a Cat After Surgery — ginger tabby cat with Grey recovery collar

How to Bathe a Cat After Surgery (and Why You S...

Don't give a cat a full bath for 10 to 14 days after surgery, or until your vet confirms the incision has closed. Until then, spot-clean only with a damp,...

How to Bathe a Cat After Surgery (and Why You S...

Don't give a cat a full bath for 10 to 14 days after surgery, or until your vet confirms the incision has closed. Until then, spot-clean only with a damp,...