Taking care of my cat after a kidney transplant.

Kidney

Hello, I currently got a kidney transplant about 2 weeks ago & I have a cat. Im already up walking around & I was told I can be with him again but I have to be careful about Toxoplasmosis (parasitic infection caused by a parasite)

About my cat: He was a stray as a kitten but now a house cat that goes on leashed walks. He has his shots & is neutered. He loves to sleep on top of me (chest/stomach)

What I was told by doctor's: • Wash hands after petting • Have someone else clean the litter box unless I have gloves, a mask and I'm fully covered • I can't kiss him anywhere but the top of his head & his back(?) • He is allowed in my room • be careful with cuts

But I still have questions,: • Is he allowed on my bed? • Can he sleep on me? • Should/how do I clean him every time after he goes to the litter box so I could pet him and hold him without getting the Toxoplasmosis? • How do I play with him now? (He usually likes to rough house with me as a form of play)

I may keep adding questions, but for now can anyone who's already been through this please help & answer my questions as I love my cat & wanna be able to keep him happy while being safe.

Posted Nov 10, 2025, 11:58 AM UTC

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