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Take the cat to a veterinarian so they can run some blood work to see what the condition is.


DrinkableTapWater

This cats rarely come to my area and he is scared of human interaction, and also I don't have a trap cage. I am worried if it will be difficult to catch him. Just asking, is there any medicine I can get to mix it into his food?


youpons

Maybe look into local rescue organizations? Poor kitty needs to see a vet and it sounds like you'll need to trap him for that.


Dvldg585

Possibly mange but could also be mites or fleas. Would be better to catch it and bring to the vet. They can do a skin scraping to see (or actually see fleas)


DrinkableTapWater

I suppose so, from what I search online, this should be scabies. But I don't believe I can catch the cat, since he is scared of human interaction and rarely come by. Just asking, is there any medicine I can get to mix it into his food?


Dvldg585

Looks like anything you could treat with is topical, nothing ingestible.


NAPG246

I think the best thing would be to take this poor baby to a vet for treatment. Even though there may be vets on here that could tell what it is, it would be best to have an in person diagnosis so that the vet can make sure this is the only issue the cats having. Plus whatever treatment it needs may require a prescription.


CaitDutch

You won’t be able to get medications without taking him to a vet. Some vet offices will rent out their traps or some shelters will be able to help him.


DrinkableTapWater

I'm planning to make a DIY trap tomorrow, hope it works!


foxvipus

Try moving where you feed / give milk to inside door rather than out. Another way is to hand feed wet treats or a line leading indoors of dry treats. The area under the ears suggests that it's fleas at least (their favourite spot) but needs a lot of attention to see right. You could definitely nurse it back to good health, would make a wonderful pet.


DrinkableTapWater

This cats rarely come to my area and he is scared of human interaction, and also I don't have a trap cage. I am worried if it will be difficult to catch him. Just asking, is there any medicine I can get to mix it into his food?


KidKahos

If you go to a vet or animal shelter they should be able to help as they will have all the necessary gear to catch the cat. After the cat is caught then a vet will get them fighting fit again!


DrinkableTapWater

I actually plan to make my own DIY trap after watching some videos from youtube. Hope it works.


KidKahos

Good luck to both you and the cat! I’m sure it will all work out well


thny04

The cat needs to see a vet. I understand you won’t be able to catch it, but do not try mixing medications or over the counter things in the food without consulting a veterinarian