Poor poor Nakita!
I wonder whether she will have to wear the collar the full 10 days. In 3-4 days you could test a little whether she really licks her stitches all the time.

Read about Fister's Journey through heaven and hell (also on Cat Health: he had a major surgery and you can feel how bad it was for Randi and John to do to Fister what he interpreted as "mistreatment".

I have lots of experiences with eye cream and eyedrops: believe me neither is fun. My husband had to hold Filou very tight while I was applying the cream (or the drops) in the inner eye corner. I had to do it morning and evening and at that time, whenever Filou saw us both in one room, he hid immediately......

The only comfort is that it will be over and she will trust you even if you feel guilty. They may be scared but they love you nevertheless.

Sweetie Nakita, be good. It will be over soon and all kitties think of you! {{{hugs}}}