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Post by Deleted on Feb 24, 2013 12:41:10 GMT -5
Like many neighborhoods in London, mine is the home to a huge feral cat population. The cats have never really been a problem for Sally - until yesterday. I took her out to the backyard and just past the low hedges I saw Sally and one of the strays. The cat started to run but was no match for Sally. In a second, Sally had the cat in her mouth and was shaking and whipping that cat around as though it were a rag doll. I just stood there in shock and horror, helpless. I was sure she was going to kill it. Then, all of a sudden Sally dropped the cat and started screaming like a banshee. The cat scaled the fence and jumped into the neighbor's yard. Sally continued to cry. The cat had slashed at her neck and she was bleeding a great deal. Once inside I inspected her neck. She had a few small cuts. I slathered her neck with Polysporin. Her neck was swollen and I decided to keep an eye on it. She was eating and behaving normally. It was horrifying to see the prey drive instinct kick in! I was upset for the cat and upset for my dog. A couple of spazzy texts to Midge and she called me and calmed me down. Today, Sally seems fine. She's eating and behaving normally. Her neck looks terrible:
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Post by Redhead on Feb 24, 2013 12:54:10 GMT -5
Yikes! I had that happen with a raccoon once. Teague plucked it right out of the grass (while on leash) on a hike. Cat bites/scratches have a LOT of bacteria in them and often cause really bad infections. Cat scratches and bites cause way more infections in both humans and animals than other animal bites and scratches. I would keep a very close eye on the neck as infections can set in quickly (if so you will likely need antibiotics) and it is way better to catch earlier than later. Sorry you had to see that, but at least the cat was lucky and got away!
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Post by dunnrunnin on Feb 24, 2013 12:55:31 GMT -5
Poor kitty, and poor Sally! Cat scratches and/or bites can cause nasty infections...so pls get her to the vets if need be...thats not a happy looking bruise...
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Post by dunnrunnin on Feb 24, 2013 12:59:40 GMT -5
@ Redhead, we must have been typing @ the same time, with the same idea! I see too many cat fight related abscesses @ work to take ANY cat scratch or bite lightly! Pet OR human...
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Post by troysmom on Feb 24, 2013 13:36:50 GMT -5
Poor Sally. I agree and would keep an eye on her neck. Poor thing.
The cat was in her territory. Troy did the same thing when our neighbors cat entered our back yard. He was spinning with him like a rag doll too. Husband had to break it apart. The cats in our house no problem.
I hope Sally feels better soon and that doesn't turn into anything nasty. Keep us posted.
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Post by Heather (& KC) on Feb 24, 2013 14:31:14 GMT -5
Oh no! I hope she heals quickly. I would call my vet as I'd worry about infection. Healthy healing thoughts headed your way. That must have been so traumatic for you.
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Post by linn on Feb 24, 2013 14:40:29 GMT -5
Sending good thoughts to Sally for a quick recovery with no infection.
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Post by angelollie on Feb 24, 2013 14:54:45 GMT -5
Oh what a horrible experience for you to witness, both for Sally and for the kitty. I've been there as well and it sure gets your adrenalin flowing. I can't give any further information then what's been offered here already, just know that I'm sending good thoughts as well for Sally that her wounds heal up okay. Hugs to your sweet girl.
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Post by Sally Blossom on Feb 24, 2013 16:18:18 GMT -5
OUCH!!! I agree with all the previous suggestions and I certainly would be inclined to have a vet take a look at it as I saw what a cat bite did to a friends finger - Not Good and Sally's scratch looks a little "grumpy". Poor Sally and poor you (oh yes, and the poor cat) to have to witness this event. Give Sally hugs (gentle ones as she has a sore neck) and from us. Please keep us posted.
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Post by newtothis1 on Feb 24, 2013 17:47:06 GMT -5
I agree keep an eye on the scratches the polysporin was a good idea, I think I would be putting that on every day just to be sure. Good luck-
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Post by rubylottie14 on Feb 24, 2013 20:28:51 GMT -5
I second all that has been said. Cats mouths carry loads of bacteria. Someone on my UK forum was bitten by a cat and she suffered huge infection, Accident and Emergency said they'd never seen such injury from a domestic cat.
I've seen two cats mauled by my greyhounds and know how awful it is to see.
Hope you and Sally are ok and that Sally heals quickly.
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Post by daylight on Feb 25, 2013 10:26:05 GMT -5
Very best wishes for speedy (and uncomplicated) healing.
These things seem to happen in a split-second... hope you are feeling more calm after such a hair-raising incident!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 25, 2013 16:11:25 GMT -5
Hi everyone! Thanks so much for your support - I love this forum!! So for an update: late yesterday I took this picture of The Duchess: It looked terrible, however the scratch was clean and seemed to be healing. I kept feeling for a temperature and kept checking the bruise itself to see if it was warm. Thankfully her temperature was completely normal. I took this of her this morning before I left for work: It looks bad but still much better than yesterday. I'm continuing to keep a close eye on her for anything out of the ordinary. And on a side note, last night when I was walking The Duchess, we saw the hobo cat she attacked and he was fine. One look at her, however, and he bolted! I'm relieved to know that he's okay too.
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Post by troysmom on Feb 25, 2013 16:45:21 GMT -5
WOW that was quite the bruise! Glad to see it's getting better. Also well as the kitty friend.
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Post by Heather (& KC) on Feb 25, 2013 17:50:35 GMT -5
It's looking so much better! You're doing the right things obviously. Yay.
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