SWELLING: Swelling is a normal occurrence after surgery and will not reach its maximum until 2-3 days after surgery. It can be minimized by using a cold pack, ice bag or a bag of frozen peas wrapped in a towel and applied firmly to the cheek adjacent to the surgical area.
Install a motion-activated sprinkler head in the flower garden. The sudden spray of water will frighten the cats off before they urinate. Alternately, use a motion-activated noise device sold to keep birds out of gardens.
Once kitty is isolated it's a good practice to place a nebulizer, or humidifier, in her room to help her breath or put her in a bathroom for 15 minutes twice a day with a humidifier. Most cats with URI can be treated at home as long as it is under the indirect supervision of a vet.