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Recently rescued a kitten, live in small town and can't get to a vet for a couple of days. Seems exceptionally healthy, but noticed some inflamed spots on pads of paws one has led to no claw on one foot. Could this be a disease that requires me to drive 4 hours to an e.r. vet or can it wait the 2 days?
Hi Rebekah,
It is likely abrasion from running or walking on a hard surface... she should see a vet in acse it gets infected but it can wait a couple of days. Good luck with your new kitty!
You may want to take a look at our adoption guide for tips on making your new kitten comfortable and keeping her healthy:
http://catnet.stanford.edu/articles/careguide.html
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Answers by Expert:
Tina
Expertise
I can answer questions on: cat nutrition and diet, behavior, behavior problems, training, general health, socialization/taming feral cats, TVAR, trapping feral cats, feline nutrition, and cat care. My favorite questions are on the topic of nutrition and I have special experience with hyperthyroidism in cats. Please do NOT ask me if you should take your cat to the vet - if you have any reason to suspect your cat is ill or injured please call your vet immediately!
Experience
5 years as volunteer adoption co-ordinator for a nonprofit volunteer cat rescue group. Experience working in a veterinary clinic. Current occupation: Research Scientist.
Education/Credentials
MS Biomedical Science
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