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i have a cat that's about 13 years old. I love her to death but when we recently got a new kitten we got fleas. after we got rid of the fleas my cat still has soars around her neck from scratching. can i put anti-itch cream on her neck to help her from scratching and opening them up more?
Hi Rachel,
She sounds like she has an allergy to the fleas. What are you using to get rid of the fleas? If you aren't, use either Frontline for cats or Advantage for cats. To stop the itching give her Chlorpheniramine (Chlortrimeton TM) 4mg, 1/2 tablet twice a day, (if she is a normal size cat). It's an antihistamine. This will stop her itching. Put a little Neosporin on the the sores. If the sores do not heal up in a week or two, then take her to the vet. He needs to examine her. Good luck.
Ciao, Karen
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Answers by Expert:
Karen Craft
Expertise
I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!
Experience
I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care.
Some thoughts to carry with you.
A Cat's 10 Commandments
My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
Give me time to understand what you want of me.
Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you.
Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you.
If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong.
Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old.
On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so.
Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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