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Hi, everyone.
Since this past weekend, I've been concerned because my cat, Henry, has 4 scratches (2 on the sides of his ears and 2 on his cheeks) and I don't know why. I've inspected him for signs of ear mites and don't see any. I'm using the ointment Zymox LP3 on his scratches and also using Petkin Pet Wipes and both of those seem to help him some, in terms of the scratches healing. I've also been giving him very small amounts of coconut oil. A friend told me I should also be giving him powdered greens in his food, but I'm not sure about this and I have not done that yet.
He usually seems to like being near me when I'm at home, even after four weeks of being in 24/7, but he has stopped sleeping on my bed at night and today has been distant with me, even though he is a very affectionate and cuddly cat. His change in behavior, combined with his scratches, is very worrisome. I've contacted Henry's vet, in hopes of an appointment this week, but in the meantime I cannot stop worrying, which is not good, because I think my cat is intuitive and could "catch" my anxiety. If anyone has ideas or thoughts, I would be very much appreciative.
Thank you!
Angie
Since this past weekend, I've been concerned because my cat, Henry, has 4 scratches (2 on the sides of his ears and 2 on his cheeks) and I don't know why. I've inspected him for signs of ear mites and don't see any. I'm using the ointment Zymox LP3 on his scratches and also using Petkin Pet Wipes and both of those seem to help him some, in terms of the scratches healing. I've also been giving him very small amounts of coconut oil. A friend told me I should also be giving him powdered greens in his food, but I'm not sure about this and I have not done that yet.
He usually seems to like being near me when I'm at home, even after four weeks of being in 24/7, but he has stopped sleeping on my bed at night and today has been distant with me, even though he is a very affectionate and cuddly cat. His change in behavior, combined with his scratches, is very worrisome. I've contacted Henry's vet, in hopes of an appointment this week, but in the meantime I cannot stop worrying, which is not good, because I think my cat is intuitive and could "catch" my anxiety. If anyone has ideas or thoughts, I would be very much appreciative.
Thank you!
Angie