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Can I apply lime sulfur dip on my pet's broken skin from scratching?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 14 years and 1 month old | 11 lbs

Hello, can lime sulfur be applied on broken skin (from his scratching). Thanks.

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on February 7th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is find to use the Lyme Sulfur dip even if there are scratches on the skin. Lyme sulfur dip is very drying and may cause skin irritation. Adding Humilac by Virbac or Douxo Seborrhea can help that. I hope this helps!

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