Any ideas on how to treat a friendly stray with what I think is some form of mange? I don't have the money to take him to the vet right now, but I want to try and give the poor thing some relief. He is eat up really bad.
Any ideas on how to treat a friendly stray with what I think is some form of mange? I don't have the money to take him to the vet right now, but I want to try and give the poor thing some relief. He is eat up really bad.
I intend to take him to the vet, just can't until I get paid on the 5th. I was just hoping for a stop gap treatment to try and relieve a little of his discomfort. I feel so bad for the little guy. He is obviously miserable.I have to, sadly, agree with Norachan . Until you know what kind of mange you are dealing with, treatments are very hit and miss, and most require a vet to administer or prescribe. NONE of the old wive's tale treatments work at all. Especially NOT motor oil, which can burn that already-damaged skin and cause LOTS of pain, never mind poisoning from grooming. DO check those resources, and check for local cat rescue groups in your area.
Absolutely. He is so loving its hard to know he is hurting. But I will definitely get him to the vet asap.It is upsetting to see them suffer, isn't it? Don't worry, even though he must be uncomfortable his condition isn't life threatening. If you can get him to the vet when you get paid he will be fine. I've seen worse cases in feral cats and they recovered completely with treatment.
It's not worth the risk of trying home remedies or over the counter treatment. They probably won't work and they might make him a lot worse.
Please keep us posted on his progress.