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My cat was caught in a door and now can’t stand, just crawls on the floor; when I call its name the reply is very hoarse.
After being caught in a door it can't stand. Check for external wounds and disinfect/anti-inflammatory if found. If no wound but still can't stand, consider fracture, ligament damage, or internal injury—being caught can squeeze internal tissue. See a vet promptly for targeted treatment.
My cat lost a testicle in a fight; something like 10+ cm of intestine is protruding from the scrotum, but it still eats and poops.
A cat that lost a testicle in a fight needs prompt wound care to avoid infection. The intestine-like protrusion is likely the spermatic cord. Limit activity, use an E-collar if licking. If a vet isn't convenient, rinse with saline and iodine daily, keep dry.
My cat’s left face is swollen and hard, with a scabbed wound behind the left ear, shaved fur, and the left eye cannot fully close.
Facial swelling can come from a bee sting, impact, oral inflammation, or allergy, each needing different care. A bee sting needs anti-inflammatory shots and ointment; a festering tooth root may need drainage or conservative treatment.
Cat’s foot was cut off; now on anti-inflammatory meds with a bandage; need other medicine?
A severed foot needs prompt vet care; poor wound care infects easily. Vets give injections/fluids (better anti-inflammation) and may hospitalize; daily cleaning is hard to do well at home.
A ring of fur fell out around the chin and neck with a wound; a raised lump feels scratched open and the surrounding fur comes off with a light pull
From the photo, the cat's skin is oily with damaged follicles and itching, possibly from excess oil or a flea allergy. Check for parasites and deworm if found.
My cat has a deep wound and bled in the morning; no vets in the village, please check for foreign objects and how to treat
From the photo the wound is deep; seek surgical cleaning, disinfection, and suturing at a vet. If that's impossible, keep it clean with a collar and limit movement, though healing isn't guaranteed.
What to do if a cat’s nail breaks
If the whole nail falls with heavy bleeding, bandage to stop bleeding then vet. Poor care causes infection. Clean and disinfect the break, wrap with bandage/gauze, give antibiotics per vet. Keep the wound dry until healed.
What causes blood around a cat’s bottom
Blood on the fur around the bottom may be picked up while playing, or it may come from the anus due to perianal inflammation, parasites, or scratches. Check the area and treat if needed.
My injured cat will not eat or drink – how can I help?
Low appetite after injury is often pain; offer tasty food it likes and keep it company to boost appetite, or use NSAID painkillers. Watch the wound for poor healing or infection and see a vet if so.
My dog was injured by a firecracker and keeps crying with two bleeding wounds – what should I do?
Heavy bleeding suggests deep wounds; see a vet for cleaning, disinfection and possible stitches. Care for the wounds until healed.