My cat caught a mouse. Can I use Dettol or baby shampoo to wash it?

It appears that Dettol contains alcohol, pine oil, and castor oil. These ingredients can be very irritating to cats and I would recommend that you discontinue using this disinfectant. Instead, you can look at the pet store for a wound cleaner that contains chlorhexidine. It is hard to tell from the picture, but it looks like there is swelling underneath the scab. It is possible that Maci is getting an abscess, which is caused by bacteria that the body is trying to wall off. If the swelling continues, I recommend that Maci see a vet for evaluation and possible surgical draining of the abscess. Your vet can also prescribe antibiotics and anti-inflammatories as needed. If there is minimal scarring, the hair around the wound should grow back, although it may take weeks or months.

Dettol can be toxic to cats when ingested but if she only licked a small amount then she might be fine. At this point, continue to monitor her for any abnormal signs, including vomiting, diarrhea, hypersalivation, lethargy, and decreased appetite. If you notice anything abnormal then have your vet examine her. Also, make sure to wash her paws to remove any remaining chemicals.

Hi, you can use the dry shampoo as long as it’s formulated for cats. If not, you can use plain water but rather than trying to dip him or soak him, you can try just using a wet cloth and rub it around his body. Hope this helps,

Yes, you can use warm water - not too hot. It is best to use shampoo made for cats but you can also use human baby shampoo. If she doesn't like the water you can always use a waterless shampoo. ( https://www.petsworld.in/catalogsearch/result/?q=waterless+shampoo )

Savlon would not be recommend since it may cause stomach upset if licked and ingested. Dettol can be used if diluted. You must not allow Pavi to lick the area washed though. Thoroughly rinse after bathing and use an e-collar (cone) to prevent licking or chewing. ideally, she should be physically examined by your veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment of any wounds or infection.

You can give her a bath at any time! A soothing shampoo with aloe or oatmeal can help keep her skin from becoming too dry. If she doesn't like the bath, you can also use pet or baby wipes to wipe down any very dirty areas, or even a wet washcloth with a little waterless shampoo sprayed onto it.

Baby shampoo is fine to bathe your kitten, but a cat shampoo would be a better option for Stevie. It's also safe to use Dawn dish soap to bathe him. Just make sure to wash all the soap out, and to dry him completely after the bath.