i took my cat outside and it chased a wasp and got bit. the right paw has now swollen at first it was really freaked out but once i caught it and brought it inside it drank water and ate and i see that the paw is swollen, the cat is not making any noises it was licking it at first but is not licking it anymore its just swollen its just gromming itself and lying around. it also played a little bit but i just want to leave it alone
should i take it to the hospital its just gromming itself and not doing anything else i mean how do i know something is wrong we cannot find the stinger on the paw either
2007-03-21 13:12:57 · 8 answers · asked by skibunny 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
I would say - yes take her to the vet.
When our family has been confused about that, we have phoned the vet's office, explained the situation and asked if we should come in.
So at least do that.
2007-03-21 13:17:17 · answer #1 · answered by Myglassesarealwaysclean 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wash the paw in vinegar. It would still be a very good idea to take the kitten to the vet for an antihistamine shot - that's what my own cat was given when he was stung by a bee. Apparently, bee stings could be dangerous to them.
2007-03-21 16:15:51 · answer #2 · answered by Phoebhart 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The kitten is fine. She removed the stinger when she was licking it. Leave her alone. The swelling will go down on its own. If it hasn't gone down in a few day take her to the vet.
2007-03-21 14:47:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well how long has it been since your cat had gotten stung-if it has been about an hour-then your cat will be fine-as for the stinger -more than likely "it"(nothing was noted if it was a he or she)had pulled it out with it's teeth or sucked it out if you can not find it-
just keep an eye on your cat-if you notice any sudden changes then i would recommend taking it in to an animal hospital/vet!!
2007-03-21 13:19:44 · answer #4 · answered by ang925 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just keep him/her inside for a while and see if it gets better; if not, then take her/him to the hospital. cats usually prefer to lick any maladies than let humans help them... so cute : )
so, yeah, check the paw tomorrow morning
2007-03-21 13:22:41 · answer #5 · answered by ❤fabulousSARA❤ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would call your vet and ask them i know with dogs you can give them benedryl. I am not sure about kittens. As long as your cat is drinking water and eating and using the bathroom i wouldnt get too worried
2007-03-21 13:18:50 · answer #6 · answered by ma 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would ask your vet over the phone if you can do anything at home, but I'm pretty sure you can give them a teeny-tiny (probably the smallest size of measuring spoon) amount of liquid benadryl allergy.
2007-03-21 13:16:59 · answer #7 · answered by insideout72 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GO to your vet or call them and ask them about getting a diphenhyeranine shot and steriod injection.
2007-03-21 14:11:34 · answer #8 · answered by ot 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋