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How to stop my cat from scratching an itchy wound with a cone on?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered | 14 lbs

My cat wont stop figuring out a way to scratch his cut. He was bitten by a mosquito and his vet gave me cream to put on it. I guess it itches like crazy because someway he is able to scratch it open even with his cone on. He won't let it heal. I have run out of ideas so any advice is greatly appreciated.

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Answered By Mirissa Duncil, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 18th, 2017

Hi there. It would help to know where the cut is located? Sometimes a protective bandage or medical shirt is needed if your pet is especially determined to scratch at their wounds. These are available commercially through companies like pets mart and amazon or often through your local veterinarian. Hope this helps!

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