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My cat has neck sores from a harness. What can I safely use?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Female | spayed | 7 years and 7 months old | 7 lbs

My cat has soars on her neck where I had a harness on her. I took off the harness and am wondering what can I put on the soars that's safe?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on September 26th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If this picture is representative of the actual lesion, I would not proceed with any therapy as it will likely heal on its own. However, it is difficult to know for sure without evaluating her and just looking at a picture. I would continue to monitor the area and see if it resolves on its own. If it does not or it worsens, have her evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Good luck and have a good night!

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