Where can I get a plastic collar for a cat?

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My cat has a pretty big cut on her ear (I think its from a fight). It wasn't that bad initially (it happened three days ago) but she scratches it and tears it open constantly. I've been putting peroxide on it, which annoys her, but I'm planning to get neosporin instead so she can't get it off so easy (would that be good or is there something better?) We might have to take her to a vet if it doesn't get better but I'd like to try a plastic collar first I just don't know where to get one (and of course I'll keep her inside while she has the collar on). Any suggestions on where to get the collar (except online) or how I should treat her injury would be greatly appreciated cause it's pretty bad.

Unicorn · Accepted Answer

You can try putting sugar on the wound. It's supposed to make it heal faster. 

They sell some at Petsmart or Petco. You might have to ask an employee where they are though, cos I haven't personally seen some at the store. Only browsing online. If they don't have any, they usually have some that the groomer or vets have in their place. If you tell them you really need it, they may allow you to buy it from them.

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The peroxide is too harsh.  Use the neosporin.  Try Pet Smart or the vet for the collar.  Keep a close eye on the injury.  Bring your cat to the vet at the first sign of infection.

? · Answer

Do NOT use peroxide, it causes pain, kills tissue, and leads to scarring.

Warm warm and neosporin are fine, but make sure you use a cone so she doesn't lick it.  PetCo and other pet store often carry the cones.  Keep us posted on her progress.

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Where can I get a plastic collar for a cat?

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