If your cat persists in licking her incision, you may need to use an Elizabethan collar (E-collar or cone) to prevent this behavior (see handout “Elizabethan Collars in Cats” for more information).
Vetericyn Plus Antimicrobial Hydrogel is designed to adhere to the cat's wound to provide soothing relief and protection during healing.
Instead, when your cat starts licking you, try distracting them with something else they enjoy, such as grooming them with a brush or playing with their favourite toy. This will help them to continue bonding with you while protecting your skin from their sandpaper-like tongue.
NEVER ever use household human antiseptics (eg Dettol), disinfectants or wound creams (eg Savlon) on cats as they cause further damage and are often toxic if licked.
Betadine is sold for veterinary use and is considered safe for cats. As an antiseptic, it can be used for: Small cuts. Superficial wounds or injuries.
Be gentle as the skin around the wound is often sensitive and easily damaged. A little bit of Vaseline placed into the wound first can help catch any stray hairs and can then be gently removed afterwards.
maybe. Coconut oil is thought to have anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and maybe even anti-viral properties, so, using food-grade quality coconut oil on minor skin wounds, as a moisturizer for dry skin or as a protectant on pets' paws may be of some benefit.
The two main causes for overgrooming are behavioural, when the cat starts licking excessively as a form of stress-relief (also known as psychogenic alopecia), and medical, when skin allergies or skin parasites are the main culprit.
If your cat licks at a wound, they may cause the wound to become infected, which is never good. Your cat may be able to get away with licking minor wounds, but a more serious wound could get infected by a cat lick and put the cat through a lot more unnecessary pain.
Triple Antibiotic Ointment is a combination of three antibiotics for cats and dogs: Bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B. It is used as a first aid for wounds in cats and dogs. A popular dog and cat medication, it is used to treat bacterial infections of minor cuts, burns or scrapes on the skin of the animal.
Antibiotic ointment
Commonly used by humans for minor cuts or scrapes, this would be a personal care product that may be shared with our furkids with similar types of injuries. Some examples of this ointment would be Bepanthen First Aid Cream, Neosporin Original Ointment or Dermacyn WoundCare Hydrogel.
Fill a syringe with a mixture of water and antiseptic solution. Rinse the wound site several times with this mixture. Antibacterial soap can work, as can the antiseptic soap you'd buy in any regular pharmacy's first aid section. Minor wounds often heal best when able to breathe, so you probably want to skip a bandage.
Extra virgin olive oil is non-toxic when used both orally and topically with dogs and cats (and some other pets), and it has gained some popularity as a natural remedy in the holistic pet care world thanks to its abundance of beneficial fatty acids, polyphenols, and micronutrients.
Using coconut oil for cats can have multiple benefits, says Dr. Anna Gardner, a holistic veterinarian in Washington. Externally, Gardner says coconut oil can help with allergies, dry skin, itchiness, and overall coat health.
Although coconut oil is not poisonous to cats, it may not be the ideal addition to every cat's diet. Any change in diet, supplements, or medications can affect your cat's health. Depending on your cat, increased fat in the diet may lead to weight gain or digestive issues.
Finely ground oatmeal (either baby oatmeal cereal or regular rolled oats put through a blender or food processor) can be stirred into a bath of warm water for a super-soothing and very inexpensive soak. Cats with skin allergies and itchy superficial infections gain immediate relief with this approach.
Sudocrem. This can be used in dogs and cats in small amounts. Sudocrem contains zinc-oxide which is highly toxic to birds. Zinc-oxide is also toxic to dogs and cats if ingested in large quantities, but applying a thin layer of sudocrem to sore or irritated skin is generally safe and can be beneficial.
If your pet has a small wound or graze, that is not bleeding heavily, gently run water over it for as long as your pet will tolerate to help to remove as much dirt and bacteria as possible. Use salt water or clean lukewarm tap water.
Interestingly, some cats are willing to eat unflavored Vaseline or generic petroleum jelly, and this is an acceptable substitute. We do not recommend giving mineral oil by itself, as it is easily inhaled by the cat as it is swallowed and can cause fatal lung toxicity.
Manuka honey is an all-natural, alternative treatment that can be used to treat deep flesh wounds in cats, dogs, and horses. Whether your pet has a scrape or a deep laceration, preventing infection and promoting quick healing are essential keys to a speedy recovery.
Use full strength for:
Emergency antisepsis of minor lacerations, abrasions, and burns. Post-operative application to surgical incisions. For use on companion animals, including dogs, cats, and horses.