My pet got a neck cut removing matted hair. What should I do?

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cut on neck while trying to remove matted hair. Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | unneutered | 10 months and 2 days old

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. The cut is superficial but stitches will help to speed up recovery time. Disinfection may be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking/scratching. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My pet got a neck cut removing matted hair. What should I do?

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