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Paw Cuts
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Cats may occasionally get laceration injuries to their paw pads from gravel, glass, wire, tree limbs & foreign bodies. It is important to seek veterinary care to prevent further damage.

Symptoms

Steps
1   Muzzle your pet because they might bite you if they are in pain
2   Put a gauze pad against the wound and slip a cotton sock over the foot.
3   Tape a plastic bag over the sock
4   Once the bleeding has stopped use blunt scissors to trim the fur around the wound
5   Wash the cut with mild soap and water then pat dry with a clean, soft cloth
6   Apply Neosporin or Bactine to help prevent infection
7   Watch for swelling, fever, or discharge which would indicate an infection
8   If bleeding continues or the cut appears deep call your veterinarian immediately
9   Provide direct pressure on the wound as you drive to the Vet’s office
Warnings
If your cat goes outside make sure to cover the injury with a temporary bandage and then remove it within a couple hours
Never apply an ice pack directly to the woun
Tips
The paw has huge concentrations of blood vessels and they may bleed a lot
The wound heals better when left to open air

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