Topical solution to face wounds

[Mr. Meow]

Many of you know about Captain Jack, my special needs kitty with permanent brain damage. Well, he (somehow) completely shut himself in the bathroom while I was at work, panicked, and tried to get free, causing wounds to his face. The wounds aren't open/bleeding, more like scratches and missing fur. What are some good options to put on his wounds, just for extra protection so they don't become infected?

 

[daftcat75]

Can you call the vet and see what he recommends?

From reading this, neosporin (triple antibiotic cream) or cleaning with iodine is probably safe. If you have a cone, that would probably be wise so he doesn't try to groom it off himself.

Is Neosporin Safe for Cats?

 

[tabbytom]

You can use Colloidal Silver. I'm a fan of this product and I use this for any wounds on my boy.

It's something like this and quite a few brands out there.



BTW, Captain Jack is a cutie

 

[FeebysOwner]

HI. Poor kitty! In addition to the above items, you could also try chamomile tea - standard grocery store variety, which is almost always German (you don't want English, or any additives/flavorings). Brew a bag in water, cool the liquid, and then dab it on the spot with a soft cloth or cotton balls. The tea has both anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, as well a being both a healing and soothing agent. You can do this multiple times a day, and if for any reason he would ingest any it is safe for him to do so.

 

[Mr. Meow]

Thank you everyone! I should have expected at some point that my one-eyed, teeth missing, drunk walking kitten would end up with a wound.
On a side note, looking for kitten sized helmets and bubble wrap jumpsuits

 

[tabbytom]

On a side note, looking for kitten sized helmets and bubble wrap jumpsuits

Like this?

 

[Mr. Meow]

Like this?
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How much protection does that offer when running head first into a wall?

 

[tabbytom]

How much protection does that offer when running head first into a wall?

I guess you could get your cat to wear two helmets?

 

[daftcat75]

Thank you everyone! I should have expected at some point that my one-eyed, teeth missing, drunk walking kitten would end up with a wound.
On a side note, looking for kitten sized helmets and bubble wrap jumpsuits

My parents’ beloved cockapoo was practically blind in his final years. I told them he just needed a service dog. Maybe Captain Jack could use a service dog?

 

[Mr. Meow]

My parents’ beloved cockapoo was practically blind in his final years. I told them he just needed a service dog. Maybe Captain Jack could use a service dog?

But I only take in special needs animals...would a special needs service dog be a good choice to lead a special needs cat? That sounds like way too much special in one place lol

 

[daftcat75]

But I only take in special needs animals...would a special needs service dog be a good choice to lead a special needs cat? That sounds like way too much special in one place lol

Maybe a tripod service dog?

My friends have a tripod cat that got a prosthetic leg. They named her Peggy for her peg leg. Would go with the pirate theme.