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My cat has a bald red spot on their ear. Can I put Neosporin on it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 9 years and 6 months old | 19 lbs

My cat has a bald red spot on his ear. What can it be and can i put neosporin on it?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 20th, 2017

It could be a bacterial infection, allergic dermatitis, fungal infection, etc. You could clean it with an antiseptic wound cleaner and then put some neosporin on it and see if it helps. If not, he should be examined by a vet for treatment.

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