My indoor cats got out and have bite marks. What animal attacked them?

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I recently moved and had to Place Most of my cats at a Sanctuary! It's on 5acres out west! I originally had them in a 10x10 enclosure! But it's so Hot she has window open and door! Most of my cats got out, but two are still inside! Even the ones that got out have bite marks or open wounds on them now!, They were all Indoor cats, I'm worried, is it spiders or rats or racoon's? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | 11 years old | 13 lbs

Makenzie Kurth, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I’m sorry to hear about your kitties. Most likely is actually other cats, though raccoons or other wild animals are possible. Insect bites/stings rarely cause wounds in cats (the exception being uncommon venomous spiders). Clean all the wounds with dilute iodine or hydrogen peroxide and keep them all indoors until they are fully healed. If any cat seems painful or has a wound that is hot to the touch, painful, or swollen, that cat needs to see the vet for a more thorough cleaning and probably antibiotics. Of course I also suggest that they remain indoor cats if possible to do so. Best of luck to you and the kitties!

My indoor cats got out and have bite marks. What animal attacked them?

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