Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 5 lbs
Hi my cat Marie has dry hard nipples and red from nursing her kittens. She growls at the kittens for trying to nurse. What can I do to relieve her nipple pain that is safe for the kittens. Plz and ty
1 Answer
Published on May 14th, 2019
Cold packs may help reduce swelling and relieve pain. I would recommend a check up anyway as the mammary glands may be inflamed and infected and a mastitis may be present. If that is the case antibiotics may be needed.
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