Stepped on cat's tail, fur ripped, white skin showing. Is she okay?

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I accidentally stepped on my cat's tail earlier today. It ripped out some of her fur and I see white on her tail. Will she be okay? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 years and 3 months old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

If just fur is ripped out and you can now see white skin then this is not a problem. Gently check her whole tail to see whether there is a painful spot or a wound. If so, then take her to a vet for an exam and pain medicine as well as possible antibiotics.

Stepped on cat's tail, fur ripped, white skin showing. Is she okay?

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