If you have an outdoor cat, you know how they love to frolic outdoors. Hopefully, you have provided them with a secure enclosure to keep out the larger predators. However, nature can take its toll in the form of an insect sting. If a cat has been strung by a bee, wasp, yellow jacket, or hornet, the area can quickly become swollen and painful. It is possible an allergic reaction to the venom deposited by the insect. This is the most serious problem that can arise from this type of bite.
Signs that might indicate a cat has been stung by an insect include swelling, pain at the affected area, vomiting, weakness, and fever. You should also watch for signs of shock, which include pale or white gums, rapid heartbeat, and breathing. If a cat has been stung by an insect, do the following.
Approach the cat carefully. If your cat is nervous or anxious, restrain the cat if necessary. Do not pinch the affected area. If the cat is stung by a bee, scrape the stinger off immediately with a credit card or dull knife. If the area is swollen and hot, apply cortisone cream and hold ice on skin for a short time. If the cat is somewhat aggressive and you have a person who can assist, have them wrap the entire cat, except the head, in a large towel.
At this point, carefully watch the behavior of the cat. Is the cat calming down as a result of the cortisone cream and ice? Is your calming voice and security of the towel helping to remove the shock of being stung? If so great, but continue to monitor for any changes.
However, if your cat's behavior is worsening your fur companion must be immediately transported to a veterinarian! No excuses and without delay! Although you are certainly concerned and stressed, just imagine how your cat feels. Once the emergency is resolved, you may now want to concern it becoming an indoor cat. Why, this fur companion will forever be thankful of you!
Signs that might indicate a cat has been stung by an insect include swelling, pain at the affected area, vomiting, weakness, and fever. You should also watch for signs of shock, which include pale or white gums, rapid heartbeat, and breathing. If a cat has been stung by an insect, do the following.
Approach the cat carefully. If your cat is nervous or anxious, restrain the cat if necessary. Do not pinch the affected area. If the cat is stung by a bee, scrape the stinger off immediately with a credit card or dull knife. If the area is swollen and hot, apply cortisone cream and hold ice on skin for a short time. If the cat is somewhat aggressive and you have a person who can assist, have them wrap the entire cat, except the head, in a large towel.
At this point, carefully watch the behavior of the cat. Is the cat calming down as a result of the cortisone cream and ice? Is your calming voice and security of the towel helping to remove the shock of being stung? If so great, but continue to monitor for any changes.
However, if your cat's behavior is worsening your fur companion must be immediately transported to a veterinarian! No excuses and without delay! Although you are certainly concerned and stressed, just imagine how your cat feels. Once the emergency is resolved, you may now want to concern it becoming an indoor cat. Why, this fur companion will forever be thankful of you!
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