Renae, I only know what my own vet said - that she would want to bathe that area but make sure she does not get too "aggressive" with it and if so, try to get her doing something else. If "momma cat" (Emily) did the same thing and was doing more than cleaning - to come get a collar. The feeling seemed to be a little bathing was good for them as long as that is all she was doing. It is only natural to want to lick a bit. This is how my vet explained it anyway....

Emily ended up removing a stitch! But it was almost time to come out anyway.