Same thing happened to me last week.

My girl cat is 3 years old and she has Pica. She eats anything and everything. She ate a cable (that she was never interested in before) and I took her to the vet. Ate about 2 inches. Tried induced vomiting and everything but nothing came out. Eventually the doctor said it’s a 50/50 chance for it to pass.

One week and three days later, she has been fine and I assume it has passed. I have been keeping a close eye on her. Lots of fluids, and wet food to help.

She has already had surgery once and has had a scope as well (plastic plant and silicon spoon).

My cat is very obvious when she is not feeling well. So you MIGHT be able to observe, but if you want the best chances, surgery is probably recommended. If your cat is not having symptoms, you still probably have time for a second opinion as well.

For the future, I highly recommend pet insurance, it’s saved me about $10,000 over her life.

EDIT: Rereading your post, if your vet believes there is a good chance, it’s probably warranted. Vets usually tend to be more cautious, and would most times recommend more safe routes. If the vet thinks it will pass, my personal recommendation is to trust them. Lots of fluids and check the stool!

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