Will a spayed female cat’s wound split open if she jumps?

After a female cat is spayed, overly large jumping movements can in rare cases cause the wound to split, though this is uncommon because the spay incision is sutured and normally does not open easily.

A cat’s normal movement will not split the wound, but if she exercises vigorously before it has fully healed, the wound may bleed or split open. So the owner should avoid intense activity until the incision has healed, and it is best to keep the cat in a cage to rest.

If you notice the wound seeping blood, take the cat to the hospital to check it and prevent infection.