Oh no, I'm so sorry to hear about your cat's burn! That must be very distressing for you both. Burns in cats can be caused by various things like hot equipment, heated surfaces, or accidentally spilled substances. It's important to first keep calm and assess how serious the burn is.
For minor burns, you can gently flush the affected area with cool (but not cold) water for several minutes to help soothe the skin. This helps remove any residual heat and can ease discomfort. Avoid using ice or ice-cold water, as that can cause further irritation to the skin.
If the burn is minor and does not break the skin, keep an eye on it to prevent infection and watch for signs like increased redness, swelling, bad odor, or discharge, which could indicate a more serious problem. If grooming becomes difficult, try to keep your cat from licking the wound too much.
However, if the burn appears to be more severe, covers a large area, or if your cat is very distressed and in pain, it's crucial to seek veterinary care immediately, as more intensive treatment may be needed.
To ensure your furry friend gets the best attention and care, I recommend booking a video consult with us at Dial A Vet. We're here to help you and your cat through this!
June 22, 2025
%2520(1).png)
Real questions, vet reviewed answers and quality care.
It was so easy, I needed some eye drops for my dog and thinking about going to the vet on a weekend made me nervous about the cost involved. Dial A Vet was a much simpler, cheaper option with faster results. Within 10 minutes of the call, I had the medicine I needed for my dog without an expensive consultation.
A great fast efficient service with a qualified vet who was lovely and helpful. Thank you Samantha. I was able to sort my dog at 6pm on a Sunday night for $49 - amazing. Highly recommend.
.jpg)
What an amazing service, at my wits end as I knew my beautiful dog had an ear infection, could not get into the vet for 4 days. Never knew there was vets online until I googled. Within 15 minutes on a Sunday I was taking to beautiful Samantha who diagnosed and treated our Jasper. Only $49. She trusted that we knew our boy and gave us lots of advice. I will definitely be using dial a vet every time and sharing with all my friends and family. Absolutely fantastic kind caring service. 11/10
With Dial A Vet, expert veterinary advice is just a tap away. Get fast vet consultations, trusted care, and personalized pet support - anytime, anywhere, all year round.
Dial A Vets uses software that is HIPAA compliant and SOC - 2 Certified.
support@dialavet.com.au
