Even the scales that are "not really punctured" to the naked eye might be very susceptible to infection now. Snakes have been known to get infections from microscopic scratches made to the skin between their scales EVEN by being kept (improperly) on sand, so I'd say there's a far better chance of those tiny scratches from a cat being significant (problematic) & in need of medical care.Originally Posted by chloekitt
...when I calmed down it looks like his scales are all scratchy everywhere though not really punctured but there is a good cut right under his head/throat about 1/2 an inch to an inch long that looks pretty deep.. i rinsed him with water and tried to gently flush out the wound as best as I could, and replaced the substrate in his tank with paper towels so its more clean... should i take him to a vet? Or be putting anything on the wound?? Im really scared about it getting infected or him not being able to eat. Please help with any advice!!
Good that you tried to rinse the worst part, & for replacing his substrate with paper towels.But it's important that he be on antibiotics now, not just topical wound care, IMO.
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