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Lindaw56

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Dobby is 10 months and has just developed a few pimples on his back. Is this a teenager spotty thing as in humans? He has been neutered. Any suggestions as to what to do or how to treat them? He was bathed a week ago with his usual shampoo which has never caused problems before. No change of food either.
 

oolahappi

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In my experience, the spots come and go. I notice them pop up as the seasons change (Oct/Nov and Apr/May), then they fade away. Do you see the in particular areas?
 

Yoda mom

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@Lindaw56 can you share a pic? For us to chime in and share if it looks like pigmentation spots many of our kitties develop or more like an allergic reaction like pimples

Are they red or dark pimples, raised?

Head smooches sent to adorable Dobby
 

Lindaw56

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It looks like a reaction to dry skin to me. Have you tried massaging in some grape seed oil or olive oil?


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@Lindaw56 not sure I would apply any oils as of yet ...

Tagging @Catzzzmeow to brain storm with us

Any changes at all? Check food to to see if they changed imfrediemtd without notice ... had this happen with my dogs food . New treats?

Any new laundry stuff? One member shared recently her kitty was allergic to gain pods ..she switched to Dreft

Does Dobby wear clothes? Sometimes they can get prickle heat
Any recent vaccinations ?

For piece of mind always best to vet check / ask vet if a skn scraping would be indicated to rule out any bacterial etc . Anything with red and round as precautionary I always would ask to rule out any chance at all of ringworm ..? Not saying that is what it is by any means but wanted to share we have seen kitties with RW that took on different appearances .

Early intervention on board can help for speedy healing

Following closely for uodstes

Here is a link

Be sure to scroll to the bottom of pages for “ similar threads “


Hesd smooches to Dobby
 

Lindaw56

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@Lindaw56 not sure I would apply any oils as of yet ...

Tagging @Catzzzmeow to brain storm with us

Any changes at all? Check food to to see if they changed imfrediemtd without notice ... had this happen with my dogs food . New treats?

Any new laundry stuff? One member shared recently her kitty was allergic to gain pods ..she switched to Dreft

Does Dobby wear clothes? Sometimes they can get prickle heat
Any recent vaccinations ?

For piece of mind always best to vet check / ask vet if a skn scraping would be indicated to rule out any bacterial etc . Anything with red and round as precautionary I always would ask to rule out any chance at all of ringworm ..? Not saying that is what it is by any means but wanted to share we have seen kitties with RW that took on different appearances .

Early intervention on board can help for speedy healing

Following closely for uodstes

Here is a link

Be sure to scroll to the bottom of pages for “ similar threads “


Hesd smooches to Dobby
Yes he wears clothes, taken off and hes been naked all day, rash/spots looking less red now.
 

Yoda mom

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@ldlewis45 oh good it is lesss red
It could be heat rash that clears up on its own being nakid for awhile

Mine go naked now

Many of us keep on hand non toxic Vetericyn spray for skin stuff ..
Not sure if avail in your area ?


Head smooches and positve vibes !

Ps your avatar pic is so cute
I always smile ear to ear
 

Lindaw56

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@ldlewis45 oh good it is lesss red
It could be heat rash that clears up on its own being nakid for awhile

Mine go naked now

Many of us keep on hand non toxic Vetericyn spray for skin stuff ..
Not sure if avail in your area ?


Head smooches and positve vibes !

Ps your avatar pic is so cute
I always smile ear to ear
Thanks I shall look for some see if it's available in the UK
He is adorable but so naughty lol
 

Yoda mom

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Haa I am sure all his cuteness lets him get away with a lot :)
They certainly wrap around our hearts and keep us on our toes!

Please keep us updated
Often times members post and then We don’t know the outcome.
Their experiences surely help others too perhaps dealing with the same thing .
 

Lindaw56

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Haa I am sure all his cuteness lets him get away with a lot :)
They certainly wrap around our hearts and keep us on our toes!

Please keep us updated
Often times members post and then We don’t know the outcome.
Their experiences surely help others too perhaps dealing with the same thing .
Will let you know how he goes. I have ordered some vetericyn from Amazon and will leave his jumpers off.
He gets away with murder lol he is such a cheeky chap, I cannot wash up without him playing with the bubbles, he has a passion for cheese and bananas, yes I know not ideal food but he only gets them as a little treat, and no one can bend down in the house without him leaping on our backs lol he hasn't learnt to play nicely with my 2 furry cats, his idea of fun is to leap on their backs, not their idea of fun though! Did think he would calm down after being neutered but it seems not.
Good job we love him!
 
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