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My cat came home bleeding. What can I do for his wound without a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Chinese Li Hua | Male

This cat usually stays with us , then leaves but one time he never came and 3 days ago he came back bleeding not sure what happened . I want to clean it up with cotton swabs but not sure what kind of cream to put . Don't have enough money to take her to the vet I'm taking care of one of my dogs

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 8th, 2018

It looks like your cat had a fight while he was gone. This may turn into a bite abscess. You can gently clean it with soapy water, then rinse well and pat dry it. Put some antibiotic ointment on it. . If the ear swells he will need to be seen by a vet.You may want to keep him inside for a few days.

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