QuestionMy cat has been very lethargic. Not too far from his neck and windpipe I felt a large lump. I located a black sore. I applied a compress. When I did this the sore bled a little.The cat
is now under the bed hiding from me as this caused him some pain.What is this ? What should I do?
AnswerJoan,
It's hard to tell what it could be without actually seeing it. I would watch him/her and if the pain continues, or if still lethargic, a visit to the vet would be in order, especially if he/she doesn't eat. However, you may have opened a sore that relieved the pressure and your cat may do ok. Give him/her a chance to settle down, then clean the sore with peroxide. Squeeze it a little to empty the sore of any pus/infection. Clean it well, then watch him/her.
God Bless,
Becky