Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 11 months and 5 days old | 9.5 lbs
Is it safe to put neosporin on my cat?
2 Answers
Published on December 31st, 2016
If you are going to use it, make sure it is in a spot Frida cannot lick. If it is, you may need to use an e-collar (cone) to prevent licking/ingestion. If it is a minor wound/abrasion, keep the area clean and dry. Major or deep wounds or areas that look infected should be addressed by your veterinarian.
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Although quite safe on superficial wounds, cats groom and ingest most of the topical ointment you apply and therefore should be used only under direct veterinary supervision and if there are no other appropriate options. Many human ointments contain multiple other ingredients which are not necessarily safe to be swallowed.
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