Some vets think that plastic food and water bowls can contribute to acne and they tell you to switch to either stainless steel or glass bowls. This didn't work for us but a friend said it helped their cat.
Our Simon had a few outbreaks of acne and the vet recommended Stridex pads.
He said to clean Simon's chin a couple of times a day with the Stridex pads. It seems to do the job, the acne cleared up in a few days.
I'd check with your vet before you use Stridex or any other type of medicine on your cat's acne.
We were told Stridex was completely safe but if I were you, I'd double check on it.
First, however, you want to make sure what you're seeing is actually acne and not something less - a vet visit is probably in order.How to treat acne for cats?
Chin acne in cats is treated just like acne in people. Get some Stridex pads, and wipe his chin with it every other day. Rinse with some water after, to get any residue off. If you're using plastic bowls, that is the cause. The plastic harbors bacteria, and it gets on the chin and causes the blackheads and bumps. Use stainless steel or ceramic bowls, and be sure to run the through the dishwasher or wash them like you would your own dinner dishes. If the Stridex won't clear it up, then the vet will usually give you antibiotics and something stronger to clear it up. If it gets inflamed or looks infected, then a trip to the vet is in order, but the Stridex generally clears it up.How to treat acne for cats?
Cats can indeed develop acne, and it has nothing to do with age or gender. Kittens and older cats, male and female -- feline acne does not discriminate. And while cats with immune issues may be prone to it, the condition has been known to develop in completely healthy cats too.
If you notice that your cat has lesions on his chin and/or lower lip, or there is swelling there, feline acne may be present. It can also show itself as crusted reddish sores or dark brown comedones. Those things that look like zits on your cats chin?
Let's face it, your cat doesn't have to get up in the morning and go to work, he doesn't have to deal with dirty looks from the girl at the checkout counter, and he definitely doesn't have to worry about impressing a date with a flawless complexion. A flawless coat of fur maybe, but not a flawless complexion. If your cat isn't experiencing any complications from the acne, just let it be.
If, however, the cat itches a lot or secondary infections develop, you may need to have him or her treated by a vet. Typical signs of complication include severe swelling, itching and/or discharge from affected areas. Topical therapy may be recommended to treat severe feline acne.
Insturtions:
1Rinse a clean wash cloth with warm water and add a mild antibacterial soap. Your veterinarian can recommend a soap if you aren't sure which soaps are safe.
Step2Scrub your cat's chin gently with the soapy cloth. Expect the black spots to flake off during this process.
Step3 Rinse the wash cloth with warm water to remove the soap and wash off the soapy area of your cat's chin.
Step4Dry your cat's chin with a soft cloth.
Step5Repeat cleaning steps twice daily for optimal results.
Step6Consult your veterinarian if the condition doesn't improve within a week or so of treating at home. Your veterinarian may recommend treatment with benzyl peroxide gel or pads in addition to using an antibiotic to prevent infection, depending on the severity of your cat's condition.
If the cat will let you, hold a warm compress on the chin for 10-15 minutes twice daily until all of the pimples are gone.
Also, What kind of bowls does the cat eat out of? If they're plastic, get rid of them, and buy ceramic or stainless steel bowls. Once you get your new bowls, wash them regularly to keep gunk and bacteria from building up. This will help prevent the acne from coming back.
If these basic instructions don't help, see your veterinarian. If the acne is bad enough, they may prescribe oral antibiotics or topical ointments to help the pustules clear up.
There is an anti-biotic lotion that you can get for your cat. Make an appointment at the vet, or if you cannot afford this, just give the vet a call, and ask about what they would suggest! Most veteranarians are in the business for the animals, not the money, so I'm sure they would be more than willing to help you out with this situation.
We changed the bowls that they eat out of. The vet thought that this might have been the problem, and after we changed the bowls and put the ointment on the acne, my cat was fine! Hasnt come back since!
I just had my cat to the vet for this on Tuesday.
3 of my cats developed it within a week, we took the worst one to start.
Hers was very itchy but when she scratched it she would cry. He gave her an antibiotic shot and said to wipe the area with Stridex pads.
He sent antibiotics home with me for the other 2 (Amoxicillin liquid) and said to use the Stridex pads on their chins as well.
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there isnt such a thing as cat acne, but if you have another cat or dog, they are little tiny scratch marks from a little tiff. hold a warm washcloth on the cats infected areas and pat for 2-3 min, then lightly dab on vitamin e oil with a cuetip or a cotton pad, but not a cotton ball - those get stuck to the cut and the oil. thats what my vet told e to do, and now, you dont have to pay for the same info. no fair! jk. :)
Oh. please. there is no such thing!!
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