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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
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 Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 6:35:21 PM
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I have a cat that has a cut on the side of its face. Should I try to get the hair out from around it is looks to be closed up not infected and doesn't seem to bothering her.
I saw blood in the animal room and traced it to her so it is about 24 hours old. Cats in good shape up to date on all her shots and fixed. Just a real loner.
Diana
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
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Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 6:39:50 PM
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Hey Diana, I think it will be ok. Just watch it for a while and make sure it's not infected. Sounds like your doing great so far!!! Is there hair in the cut?
Hugs,
Channah
If you can dream it, and if you are willing to put forth the work and effort, you can have anything you envision. |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
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Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 6:47:45 PM
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little neosporin would not hurt
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 6:47:54 PM
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I would try to put a warm cloth on the cut, maybe get any dried blood off. I'd also watch to see if the cut area gets swollen. If so, I'd bring the cat to the vet. Good luck. Keep us posted. Prayers to you and the little cat.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 6:49:42 PM
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I was just going to say to wash the cut and put tea tree oil on it. I would do that for a few days and watch it.
Hugs,
Channah
If you can dream it, and if you are willing to put forth the work and effort, you can have anything you envision. |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 6:57:43 PM
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Check I wonder if the neosporin might be toxic I think maybe bag balm?
Diana
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Prairie Princess
True Blue Farmgirl
1075 Posts
Jodi
Washington
USA
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 7:37:33 PM
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You are right Jodi. Sorry about that. I thought because it's in cat and dog shampoos. They say not to put it on strate but you could mix it will water.
Hugs,
Channah
If you can dream it, and if you are willing to put forth the work and effort, you can have anything you envision. |
Edited by - maggie14 on Dec 17 2009 7:39:49 PM |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
2199 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 7:59:34 PM
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I have used neosporin for years on my cats, dogs, chickens etc. The Vet I worked for years ago, said I can sell you an antibiotic ointment for a bunch of money, or you can go to the store and buy neosporin.
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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Prairie Princess
True Blue Farmgirl
1075 Posts
Jodi
Washington
USA
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Faransgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
895 Posts
Beth
Houston
Texas
USA
895 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 9:16:10 PM
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Tea Tree oil should not be used on cats. It is ok for dogs but really shouldn't be used on cats. Horses Ok, cows, goat, pigs but not cats. The neosporin would be better. Cats lick themselves and will lick off the tea tree oil. Also, the tea tree oil will pass through the skin. I would just wash it good and watch it. You could use chamomile tea to wash it with and that is antiseptic.
Farmgirl Sister 572
May the force of the horse be with you. |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Dec 17 2009 : 9:58:42 PM
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Please ladies forgive me for giving false information. I really did think tea tree oil was ok for cats. I will double check my info before posting. So sorry again!
Hugs,
Channah
If you can dream it, and if you are willing to put forth the work and effort, you can have anything you envision. |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
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kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 07:15:47 AM
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I make a paste of turmeric and aloe gel. I use this on humans and animals. It's very good and heals fast. You might need to get one of those collars to put on her head so she won't scratch off anything you put on her. I used the paste on my hubby's foot when he had a foot ulcer. He's diabetic and it healed it when conventional meds didn't. I stepped on a nail once and used it on my foot. It's great on anything.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 07:47:29 AM
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Neosporin it is and I will keep an I on it. The tumeric you use just the stuff in the spice isle or some thing more.
Diana
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MasterGardener
True Blue Farmgirl
572 Posts
Chandra
Louisiana
USA
572 Posts |
Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 08:35:37 AM
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My country vet tells me when I call all stressed over a wounded cat, stick to warm water rinsing, mild solution of betadine, and then to leave the wound open, it's when it scabs before the natural process of "oozing" that you need to intervene. Yes, I have had to pull scabs many times, and even our most "tom" cats have allowed it, as though they know it's necessary. My cats have had some of the most awful wounds, the most I've had to do to intervene with a wound is to soak in warm water for just a few minutes. One wound from a cat fight, left a long laceration on the back of the leg, the wound burst in the tub of warm water, then we washed it periodically with Betadine solution and let it heal without topical med's. Again, the vet says to leave the wound open as much as possible, removing the scab in the first few days if necessary, then when it's no longer oozing, allow it to scab and heal. The cat's own cleaning will remove any topical applications.
Say to them, may the Lord bless you and protect you, May the Lord smile upon you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you His favor and give you His peace. (Numbers 6:23-26)
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Faransgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
895 Posts
Beth
Houston
Texas
USA
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Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 08:42:21 AM
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Cats are pretty good at healing themselves. We had one once that broke his leg. We were afraid we would have to put him down. We took him to an old country vet that put a pin in his leg. He lived with that pin for about 12 years. The thing was that the vet said to me "It is funny about cats, if they get hurt and you can get all the parts in the same box they will heal". That same cat stabbed himself in the belly with something. He had a huge hole big enough to get your thumb in and about an inch deep. It got infected and was oozing puss. That is how we found the hole. We cleaned it out gave him antibiotics and he was great. So just keep it clean and watch it.
Farmgirl Sister 572
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 08:49:59 AM
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She is already doing great today no ooze not blood no swelling no infection. We are on the mend.
Thanks ladies.
Diana
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MasterGardener
True Blue Farmgirl
572 Posts
Chandra
Louisiana
USA
572 Posts |
Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 08:58:18 AM
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Excellent news! Merry Christmas!
Say to them, may the Lord bless you and protect you, May the Lord smile upon you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you His favor and give you His peace. (Numbers 6:23-26)
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((¸¸.•´ ..• -:¦:- -:¦:- Chandra
-:¦:- ((¸¸.•´Farmgirl Sister #64
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 1:14:11 PM
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I'm glad she is doing good Diana!! Have a Very Merry Christmas!!
Hugs,
Channah
If you can dream it, and if you are willing to put forth the work and effort, you can have anything you envision. |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 3:19:10 PM
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Hey she just brought me a mouse treasure so I know she is ok.
Thanks again everybody.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Dec 18 2009 : 3:24:56 PM
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How wonderful Diana! lol
Hugs,
Channah
If you can dream it, and if you are willing to put forth the work and effort, you can have anything you envision. |
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Faransgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Beth
Houston
Texas
USA
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Posted - Dec 19 2009 : 07:34:58 AM
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That's great, Hope you all have a Merry Christmas
Farmgirl Sister 572
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