Cat came home with bleeding cut. Can I use antiseptic wipes? Vet closed.

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Hi! My cat just came in from outside and it looks like she has been in a fight. She has a cut on her back leg and it's bleeding, but I cannot tell how deep it is. Is it okay if we use antiseptic wipes to clean it? The problem is that the vet is out of hours. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 8 lbs

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

I am so sorry Cotton got hurt. I would recommend bringing Cotton to an emergency veterinarian if there is one in your area. The wound needs to be clipped and cleaned out. It also may also need to be sutured. The veterinarian can also give Cotton pain medication and antibiotics. I would recommend getting an elizabethan collar so that Cotton cannot lick at the wound. The antiseptic wipes may sting so just some saline to clean it for now until you can get Cotton to a veterinarian. If you cannot go tonight I would recommend first thing in the morning. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Cat came home with bleeding cut. Can I use antiseptic wipes? Vet closed.

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