When I found him as a kitten, he had a herpes eye infection, which flares up when he's stressed. Could something like this manifest on his skin? It's around one ear, one side of his mouth and under his chin. It's very pink, not oozy but a little crusty looking. Plus a scab by his ear, from scratching I think. He NEVER goes outside, and my other cat shows no signs of the problem, so I'm thinking ... allergy? My vet is closed today - I am taking him tomorrow - but in the meantime, it's driving me crazy. Thank you!
My cat never goes out, but he just developed a pink itchy rash by his mouth and ears - what could it be?
If not any of the above answers,...is he eating/drinking out of a plastic bowl/dish?
Some cats are allergic to plastic,.. try a glass, ceramic one.
Gd. luck
Reply:Does he wear a flea collar? My cat had some irritation from wearing one - we took it off and he's healed nicely.
The herpes usually only effects the eye and can give them a cold, but it doesn't usually spread to the skin.
It could definitely be a food allergy too - some cats are allergic to grains and/or chicken. You might want to upgrade his food - try canned Wellness - it's grain free and high in protein, which is really good for cats.
I'm glad you're checking with the vet - good luck!
Reply:has cat been fleed might be bitten by them
Reply:he or she was reactive to something, like grass that has chemicals on it
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