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When Twitter user Ash shared a pic of a friend's cat, she probably didn't think it would go viral. However, the black kitty who got its front legs shaved for surgery was precisely what the Internet needed. Ash's tweet went viral and as of this article, it has over 470K likes.
The best part, however, is the replies. Other people whose cats are in a similar predicament started responding with their photos as well. From losing their pants to getting their out-of-shape bellies exposed, most of the shots are less than flattering, too. Something tells me the felines are already plotting a revenge plan to get back at the people spreading their photos.
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According to Dr. Marci Koski, a certified feline behavior and training consultant, cats dislike going to the vet for a lot of reasons. "First off, cats are creatures of habit, and they have typically not been trained to enjoy car rides or going to new places," Koski told Bored Panda, acknowledging that sometimes there are exceptions.
"Cats are used to hanging out in their home or on their property (if allowed outside), and when they are snatched out of their familiar environment, shoved into a box, loaded into a car, bounced around, then brought into a vet office with lots of new smells and sounds of dogs barking and cats meowing, their fear and anxiety level skyrockets."
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My friend's cat had surgery and now he has no pants.
Julie Lloyd 5 years ago
Haha. Yes he looks like a Cavalier from the Three Musketeers but he got pantsed! Bless him it will grow back.
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Cybele Spanjaard 5 years ago
Almost obscenely naked. Hope kitty's fur grew back before winter, sweet fellow
Kimberley Tremblay 5 years ago
awwwww, poor babyyy! i hope they got him some pj's to keep his lower, naked half warm!!! :)
Terry Jensen 5 years ago
thank goodness they left some hair on the tail so he can wrap it around him for decency LOL!!!!
kkathleen517 5 years ago
Aww poor baby.. That must have been a big surgery. His little leg is bandaged too. He's so cute I hope he or she's ok
Robin Mayhall 5 years ago
Oh my god. I think that's what MY belly looks like. I even have a hip replacement scar! Eeeeeeee
Karen Klinck 5 years ago
When they took a back leg for cancer on one of mine, it didn't look this bad!
Liz Sahlin 5 years ago
Was that really necessary for a surgery on only ONE of his buttocks (hips)???
Eulalie Grace 5 years ago
Looks just like out Kewpie - she had to be shaved from shoulders down We swear she is NOT happy about this! She is fuzzing up quite nicely, though.
okpkpkp 5 years ago
Same with our cat but whoever cut his fur did him like a cartoon lion. He had a mane, hair around his ankles, and a puffball at the end of his tail. A group of walkers we have in the neighborhood were walking by when one notices "Fur", snickers with her hand over her mouth and pointing, the others looked and all had a good laugh. I think "Furry" knew they were laughing at his hair cut. He also had a 12-inch scar.
Loraine D.G. MacGinness 5 years ago
Hmph !! Some vets appear to be downright cruel !! All this hardly looks necessary, was it ??? I really would love to know. I can only see reasons to complain !!
Margaret Noggy Weston 5 years ago
That is a hell of a lot of fur to shave off, was it necessary?
To make a trip to the vet less stressful, Natalie Cady Bishop of Cat Behavior Solved advises to get the critters acclimated to their carrier first. "You can do this by keeping the carrier out in the main area of your house," Cady Bishop told Bored Panda. "Many owners keep the carrier in the garage and only bring it out when they have to try to put their cat in it to take them somewhere. The cat then associates the carrier with scary experiences. Keep the carrier open (and if the top opens, keep that opened as well)."
Put your cat's bedding in the carrier, too. The scent is very important to these animals. You can also add their favorite toys or catnip inside. If your cat likes to hang out and even naps in the carrier, award it with treats. From time to time, you can even close the door of the carrier as well, following with more treats!
"When the cat is used to that, try taking her out to the car and going around the block - teach her that not all car rides end at the vet's office!" Dr. Koski added. "When you're in the car, Feliway spray (sprayed on a blanket in the carrier) can really help, as can soft music. Make sure the temperature of the car is comfortable before putting your cat in, too."
If at any point your pet shows fear or stress, take a step back and go even slower.
"Finally, there are many cat-only veterinary clinics; there may be some in your area," Dr. Koski pointed out. "These vets know how to create a calm and soothing waiting area (no barking dogs!), and know how to gently handle cats. Bring the surface and treats that you've previously used at home with your cat's treatment station, and your cat will have a sense of familiarity about the process and the environment since there will be familiar smells, tastes, and textures. Many veterinarians are also Fear Free certified!" To find them, simply go to FearFreeHappyHomes.com. There's also a ton of videos and articles that show you how to teach your cat that going to see the vet and getting treatment or care isn't something to be feared.
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Our little buddy had to have a few surgeries. His haircut was... Less than flattering.
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My 16 year boy looking like he is the toughest cat on the block after his tooth removal surgery.
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A couple of months post-surgery and Nugget is finally getting his fur back.
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My kitty lounging on the floor after his surgery... Yea, he's still a little high on pain killers, but he's a champ.
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Apollo made it through 3 weeks at the hospital and a surgery after somehow catching tonsillitis. The beast is finally back to his usual self.
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"Cone breaks only last a few minutes as Bax is desperate to lick his wound! We have an inflatable collar arriving today so I hope this helps with eating and drinking! 2 more days before we see the vet"
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Sue Hubbard 5 years ago
Mine is exactly the same. Got her when she was 9. Hates being brushed.
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Locked In The Cellar 5 years ago
As hilarious as some of these pictures are, it needs to be said that the only reason to shave a cats fur is medical! Please do not shave your cat without recommendation from your vet - not because you think she's too warm and especially not because you think a lion cut is cute! Cats regulate their body temperature through their fur, and losing part of it will make them feel very vulnerable and confused.
bryguy 5 years ago
I think it depends on the cat too, my long haired cat loves to be shaved in the summer and gets excited when the buzzer sound turns on. He gets overheated with all the fur on hot days. After he is shaved you can see the mood change and hes able to run around more freely. My short hair cat however hates it, doesn't get over heated, so I don't trim his hair.
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Lsai Aeon 5 years ago
Shaving a cat's leg and leaving "socks" is for IVs and such. Shaving the entire paw to the elbow or knee, that's for a declaw surgery. Some of these people are deplorable, ignorant a******s
Monday 5 years ago
Yes. Declawing should be illegal worldwide. There is no reason (beneficial to the cat) to declaw a cat. Just carefully trim their nails if you're that worried about your precious furniture.
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Gary Katz 5 years ago
Here's my kitty after a trip to the hospital. He kept showing me his arm like, "look what you did to me...I trusted you." IMG_5158-5...f-jpeg.jpg 
Anne Bidstrup 5 years ago
These make me a bit sad...because I know most of them are for sad/medical reasons. Poor little kitties!
tangy chip 5 years ago
My kitty got her belly shaved for surgery about a year ago... she's still bald because she keeps licking that area!
Rissie 5 years ago
Get her a t-shirt so the skin stops being aggitated. It's a vicious circle and can lead to infections if she starts scratching too.
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Eulalie Grace 5 years ago (edited)
They're sedated when they're shaved. Unless it's just for an IV. If I tried that on one of our cats, I'd be the one going to Urgent Care 😸
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shado 5 years ago
my poor little Oscar, with his vet lion-cut - he's no longer with me but I tried to give him the best home for as long as he had - he was abandoned, heavily matted with dental and heart issues ... but he is forever in my heart oscar-2019...853677.jpg 
Cuddles 5 years ago
My cat has a spot where the fur is shorter because she had to have her yearly teeth cleaning at the vet. She always looks at it like "What is this? Why is this hair gone?" Then looks at me like "What did you do this time?"
Dana Grunwald 5 years ago
I forgot to take pics of my cat after his head surgery. He looked like the singer of some gothic metal band.
M O'Connell 5 years ago
Mine did too! Especially since he had an eye removed.
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Glenn Weyant 5 years ago
A tomcat wondered into my one man auto repair years ago and was a wreck! After a month of food & rest I noticed he was covered with small pieces of matted fur. One of the mats looked like it was torn from his body. After a few days it was torn further from the skin and just hanging down so I cut if off. A week later, same thing, so I cut that one off too. After a month I realized the cat was tearing (or pulling) his fur off of his body, then he would come by and have me cut off what was hanging down. Finally, we had removed all his body hair (fur). He still had fur on his legs, tail, yeah, and head, but nothing on his body, what a sight! Thank goodness it was summertime.
Mumof1 5 years ago
A cat should be able to groom himself, and if he If can't because of his long fur, then there's somethng wrong with the breeders! It's cruel to breed an aminal that can' take care of itself.
Karen Klinck 5 years ago
Add lazy to the nix. I had two cats with matted fur. (I was in the hospital/rehab for a month, and the idiots got out.) The shorthair had an incipient mat on his back that I got with a comb, but the long hair has mats on her a*s that are going to need a groomer--or I pull them out, which is painful. Not much of a choice...
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Heather Pobicki 5 years ago
My cat used to purposely give himself a Brazilian. Although I know there was an underlying reason why he used to do it, it was amusing to say the least.
NWB 5 years ago
anyone seeing $$$$ signs at all this too....the vet is so spendy but our cat babies are worth it!
Eulalie Grace 5 years ago (edited)
Depends. Vets go to school - tuition bills. And set up practices that use the same medical equipment that human doctors use. Some ARE all about the $$$$, but many are just trying to help animals as best they can. Our vet does a lot of charity work for those who can't afford it.
Load More Replies... Locked In The Cellar 5 years ago
As hilarious as some of these pictures are, it needs to be said that the only reason to shave a cats fur is medical! Please do not shave your cat without recommendation from your vet - not because you think she's too warm and especially not because you think a lion cut is cute! Cats regulate their body temperature through their fur, and losing part of it will make them feel very vulnerable and confused.
bryguy 5 years ago
I think it depends on the cat too, my long haired cat loves to be shaved in the summer and gets excited when the buzzer sound turns on. He gets overheated with all the fur on hot days. After he is shaved you can see the mood change and hes able to run around more freely. My short hair cat however hates it, doesn't get over heated, so I don't trim his hair.
Load More Replies... Lsai Aeon 5 years ago
Shaving a cat's leg and leaving "socks" is for IVs and such. Shaving the entire paw to the elbow or knee, that's for a declaw surgery. Some of these people are deplorable, ignorant a******s
Monday 5 years ago
Yes. Declawing should be illegal worldwide. There is no reason (beneficial to the cat) to declaw a cat. Just carefully trim their nails if you're that worried about your precious furniture.
Load More Replies... Gary Katz 5 years ago
Here's my kitty after a trip to the hospital. He kept showing me his arm like, "look what you did to me...I trusted you." IMG_5158-5...f-jpeg.jpg
Anne Bidstrup 5 years ago
These make me a bit sad...because I know most of them are for sad/medical reasons. Poor little kitties!
tangy chip 5 years ago
My kitty got her belly shaved for surgery about a year ago... she's still bald because she keeps licking that area!
Rissie 5 years ago
Get her a t-shirt so the skin stops being aggitated. It's a vicious circle and can lead to infections if she starts scratching too.
Load More Replies... Eulalie Grace 5 years ago (edited)
They're sedated when they're shaved. Unless it's just for an IV. If I tried that on one of our cats, I'd be the one going to Urgent Care 😸
Load More Replies... shado 5 years ago
my poor little Oscar, with his vet lion-cut - he's no longer with me but I tried to give him the best home for as long as he had - he was abandoned, heavily matted with dental and heart issues ... but he is forever in my heart oscar-2019...853677.jpg
Cuddles 5 years ago
My cat has a spot where the fur is shorter because she had to have her yearly teeth cleaning at the vet. She always looks at it like "What is this? Why is this hair gone?" Then looks at me like "What did you do this time?"
Dana Grunwald 5 years ago
I forgot to take pics of my cat after his head surgery. He looked like the singer of some gothic metal band.
M O'Connell 5 years ago
Mine did too! Especially since he had an eye removed.
Load More Replies... Glenn Weyant 5 years ago
A tomcat wondered into my one man auto repair years ago and was a wreck! After a month of food & rest I noticed he was covered with small pieces of matted fur. One of the mats looked like it was torn from his body. After a few days it was torn further from the skin and just hanging down so I cut if off. A week later, same thing, so I cut that one off too. After a month I realized the cat was tearing (or pulling) his fur off of his body, then he would come by and have me cut off what was hanging down. Finally, we had removed all his body hair (fur). He still had fur on his legs, tail, yeah, and head, but nothing on his body, what a sight! Thank goodness it was summertime.
Mumof1 5 years ago
A cat should be able to groom himself, and if he If can't because of his long fur, then there's somethng wrong with the breeders! It's cruel to breed an aminal that can' take care of itself.
Karen Klinck 5 years ago
Add lazy to the nix. I had two cats with matted fur. (I was in the hospital/rehab for a month, and the idiots got out.) The shorthair had an incipient mat on his back that I got with a comb, but the long hair has mats on her a*s that are going to need a groomer--or I pull them out, which is painful. Not much of a choice...
Load More Replies... Heather Pobicki 5 years ago
My cat used to purposely give himself a Brazilian. Although I know there was an underlying reason why he used to do it, it was amusing to say the least.
NWB 5 years ago
anyone seeing $$$$ signs at all this too....the vet is so spendy but our cat babies are worth it!
Eulalie Grace 5 years ago (edited)
Depends. Vets go to school - tuition bills. And set up practices that use the same medical equipment that human doctors use. Some ARE all about the $$$$, but many are just trying to help animals as best they can. Our vet does a lot of charity work for those who can't afford it.
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