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What can I use to disinfect cat pus from surfaces and clothes?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Male | neutered | 11 lbs

Our cat was diagnosed with blastomycosis and has had relapses with no cure possible. He now has sores and scabs with pus. .What can we use to disinfect surfaces or clothes that got the pus on them? Our vet doesn't know, doesn't think bleach works very well.

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Answered By Stacey Anstaett, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 25th, 2018

Here is some more information on blastomycosis in people and pets: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/diseases/blastomycosis/blasto.html And some great general information about blastomycosis in people: https://www.cdc.gov/fungal/diseases/blastomycosis/ Thanks for using PetCoach!

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

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    Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! You do not necessarily need to disinfect as these secretions are not expected to be contagious. However, if you would like to clean them, you can use any cleaning product of your preference. Good luck and have a good night!

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