2007-01-11 03:37:09 · 4 answers · asked by mrs.H 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
In this season where the air is dry, especially indoors, cats and dogs can get dry, irritated and even cracked paws. It is a sign that the your cat is getting a little dehydrated. Encyclopedia of Natural Pet Care suggests you use a humidifier and make sure your kitten is drinking water. Also, a kitten requires a higher protein and high quality fat count for development. Check your labels and ensure there is NO by-products which reduce the true usable protein your kitten receives from the food. Tiki Cat Premium Wild Caught Seafood canned food has been known to correct skin & coat problems right away. You can try massaging a little olive oil into the paw which will help the dry skin and will benefit the dietary needs as the kitten licks it off. :)
If the paw is truly swollen, you need to take your kitten to the vet because it could be a insect bite, infection from an unknown injury, parasites, allergic reaction to the food or environment, or an indication of something internally wrong.
2007-01-11 03:53:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Cats that go outside can get abscesses on their paws from fighting with other cats. This happens from a puncture wound from a bite from another cat. Your kitty probably needs to go and see the vet.
2007-01-11 13:43:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are not sure, take the kitten to the vet, it may be a small harmless tumor that may have to be removed.
2007-01-11 11:40:48 · answer #3 · answered by LindseyTime! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe it's ringworm, bring it to the vet.
2007-01-13 01:32:13 · answer #4 · answered by ALM 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋