The most common places a cat will get bitten is the head, neck, forelimbs, and the base of the tail.
In rare cases where the cat may have sustained a bite to the chest, you may notice that your cat has problems breathing.
You can also try to place a warm compress on the injured site. Hold the cloth on the wound for a few minutes to help loosen fur and clean some of the blood. Be careful not to get bitten. Your cat may not let you do this because it is in too much pain.
If your cat acts okay, if it is eating, and if it doesn’t seem like it has sustained nerve damage, it should be okay until you can get it to the vet.
As soon as you discover your cat has gotten into a fight, take it to the vet. Getting the cat treatment as soon as possible can save it from developing infections and unnecessary pain.
Make sure to give your cat all the antibiotics the vet gives you.
Your cat may need to be sedated or put under anesthesia for this procedure.
After this, the vet will close the area with sutures.
Some cats may be prescribed a surgical soap by the vet. Only use cleansers or soap prescribed by the vet. Human products or other disinfectants can be toxic to cats. Hydrogen peroxide should never be used on an abscess. It can make the area worse.
Blood tests are often recommended for cats who do not get better after treatment.
