Are Cat Bites Dangerous and What Can You Do to Treat Them

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Every cat owner and every veterinary professional had at least one incident of being bitten by a cat. But is it actually dangerous?
There are some statistics showing how many people actually end up at the hospital due to cat bites. Dr. Orion, a veterinarian and a veterinary behavior resident shares his experience which lead him to require an antibiotic treatment due to a severe cat bite. Also, he explains the basics of treating the wound right after the bite to help prevent or minimize the infection. But, you should seek medical advice from an MD or DO to be prescribed the right treatment for you.
This is the first part of the series. In the following part, Dr, Orion will explain how to prevent your cat from biting you.
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@BuddysDream1 Год назад

I didn't realize how dangerous a cat bite could be until one of the local veterinarians actually died as the result of a cat bite. He was in the hospital on IV antibiotics, but he didn't make it.

@DrOrion Год назад

That's so sad. That is why I emphasize to go to the doctor as soon as possible.

@miristollar7912 Год назад

Even after having experience with wild and dangerous animals, cats are still the animals I fear the most! Thank you for this important advice, and the glance into your own life. 😊

@DrOrion Год назад

Yes. They can cause more damage than bigger animals.

@thatoneguy454c Год назад

A cat bite without medical attention is life threatening. Even with immediate medical attention if you have a compromised immune system it is very serious. My cousin got bit and didn't go to the doctor until 3 days later. It was a 2 week hospital stay and he had 3 surgeries. Waiting to get medical attention resulted in him no longer being able to fully close his left hand and his dexterity with that hand was also severely diminished. This happened when we we're 15 or 16. He is now 30 years old and is still afraid of cats.

@DrOrion Год назад

I know more people that were hospitalized because of cat bites than dog attacks. Thank you for watching.

@hinachan70 Год назад

In my own experience, I've had to treat more cat scratches on my body, thankfully, than bites. And that's my own fault due to being lax about keeping her claws trimmed back then (she unintentionally scratched my skin simply by kneading too hard or digging them in when I held her high up). The closest thing to a bite I get from Taco is when I let her lay on my chest and she head bunts me. Sometimes she rubs her face on mine so vigorously that she may try to do a soft nip at my nose or mouth. They're light nips for a cat but of course what would feel like nothing on my hand, boy is it felt on the softer face tissue. I usually dissuade her by turning my face away when I feel her mouth hovering over my mouth/nose.

@DrOrion Год назад

The best practice is not to let any of the behavior happen. They are nit always good at understanding that the face is different than the hands. Thanks for watching!

@Spikypotato. Год назад

Do indoor cats that eat kibble and wet food (not prey like birds and mice and not raw meat) have equally as much bacteria in their mouth? Even if owners brush their teeth?

@DrOrion Год назад

Probably not as much but they still do. They do lick their own butt...

@muslimahpodcast 10 месяцев назад

Hi! We adopted a kitten, she is 4mo and she just bite my 14mo baby, it’s small injurie, around half cm, on his finger, should I bring him to hospital in the morning? I’m really worried!!! 😓😥

@DrOrion 10 месяцев назад

Sorry but legally I can't answer this. You need to ask your physician.

@aidimargonzalez133 3 месяца назад

I don't have health insurance I'm taking care of a litter one of them died today I have about 7 dollars to my name. All bills are due and I can't afford to buy anything the kitten was sick I tried to make him survive and get better. His jaw closed shut while giving him water with a dropper he bit my finger accidentally it was his fault But now my finger is swallen and hard and even feels cold. Only one of his teeth went in. What advise can you please give me. I don't have a lot of options. And I don't want to stop taking care of the ones that are still alive I'm all they got.

@DrOrion 3 месяца назад

You need to go to a doctor. I can't give anyone health advice. Only human doctors are allowed.

@lucianaparma9555 Год назад

Hi! What a bad and unexpected reaction from this cat 🤪...so 1 in 4 is 25% of people bitten 🤯...quite a lot... On the spay I asked you the other day, it's now exactly a month since she got spayed...one little problem I've got is that she's Chucky with a white and soft coat and with sweet manners...Friday and Sat she killed two little collared doves that come to eat to my patio 😭😭 Been reading and have found 3 things that could be effective: a collar called Catbib, feeding her more red meat (although I do some times a week) and playing with her 5 to 10 min everyday....and my intuition tells me that letting her out at night reduces her wish to prey during the day...what's your take on this doctor Orion? 🗣️🛑

@DrOrion Год назад

Cats are hunters. Even if they are fed, they will still hunt. It's a part of what they are. So the meat plan will not work. Cat bib might but can only be used if the cat is supervised. A bell might work but also exposes the cat to danger. Playing is great but the cat will still hunt. So... only way to really stop it is keeping the cat inside only.

@lucianaparma9555 Год назад

@@DrOrion Wow....got it.....have thought about giving her away to someone living in an apartment, but I guess she'll be miserable not being able to be outside...and had a feeling catbib was to be used ONLY under supervision...thanks for the information 😵😵🤪...not easy....saludos desde Montevideo 🌍📲