Stud Tail (supracaudal Tail Hyperplasia)

[CreamsiclePuff]

Does anyone have any tricks up their sleeve to effectively manage this condition so as to prevent infection?

There is currently no infection, just a bit of oily buildup which I brush regularly and wash every so often. The tail still feels and looks grimy after a bath, so obviously need something more effective. Preferably something that I can apply without having to bathe him regularly just so it's easier on him.

 

[Mamanyt1953]

Well...stud tail and feline acne are the same thing...a sebum buildup, so you could try cleaning him with witch hazel on a cotton ball. It works a treat with feline acne.

 

[CreamsiclePuff]

Witch Hazel, fantastic. I bet that will do the trick. Thanks heaps I'll give that a try.

 

[Mamanyt1953]

You are more than welcome. I love simple, basically natural remedies when ever possible.

 

[CreamsiclePuff]

I finally found witch hazel yesterday! So I'm going to use dawn liquid soap to remove the oil and then apply the witch hazel, and continue the witch hazel every day and see how that goes.

 

[Mamanyt1953]

Let me know how that works for you! I keep logs on this stuff, so I know going forward what seems to work best.