Veterinarian Issues urgent Alert to Pet Owners After Cat Loses Ears to Skin Cancer
Cats frequently enough enjoy soaking up the sun, but their playful antics can lead to serious health issues if precautions aren’t taken seriously enough by their owners.
One concerned pet owner recently shared her experience after her four-year-old white cat, Bobble, lost its ears due to skin cancer caused by prolonged sun exposure.
Karen Evans, who adopted Bobble as a rescue, noticed peeling on the cat’s ears shortly after bringing her home and attempted to address the damage retroactively.
unfortunately, it was too late; significant harm had already occurred before she could take action. Following a visit to the veterinarian, it was determined that amputation of Bobble’s ears was necessary due to the severity of the condition.
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< span >Bobble suffered damage during her time as a stray before being rescued by Evans.< / span >< span >(Photo: Karen Evans / BNPS)
The owner described how when they first found Bobble, there were visible signs of peeling skin on her ears which lacked natural fur protection; despite applying sunscreen regularly since adopting her, she feared that irreversible damage might have already been done due to previous neglect.
Katie Wood, a veterinary surgeon at SeaDown Veterinary Hospital in Hythe, Hampshire is now urging all pet owners with outdoor cats or those who spend extended periods outside in sunny weather—especially those with lighter fur—to apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least fifty consistently.
The application shoudl begin early in spring or summer months; otherwise pets may suffer similar fates as Bobble did if they are not adequately protected from harmful UV rays during their formative years outdoors.
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Karen initially spotted what appeared like a cyst on one of Bobble’s ears and rushed her immediately for veterinary care out of concern for potential complications only later discovering it was indeed malignant upon further examination and testing conducted by professionals at the clinic where she sought help for this issue!
The veterinarian acted swiftly performing surgery aimed at preventing any further spread while removing both affected areas entirely—a tough procedure but necessary given circumstances surrounding this case involving such an adorable feline companion!
“Just like humans,” Dr.Wood emphasized,”cats with lighter pigmentation or less fur are particularly vulnerable when exposed directly under sunlight leading them towards increased risk factors associated with developing conditions such as melanoma over time.”
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Experts warn that early signs indicating possible skin damage include redness around sensitive areas like noses & eyes along with hair loss/flaking patches appearing frequently throughout these regions so vigilance remains key whenever monitoring your beloved pets closely especially now entering warmer seasons ahead where temperatures rise significantly increasing chances exposing them longer durations under direct sunlight rays!
Evans confirmed that following surgery recovery has gone well thus far—Bobbie appears happy & healthy enjoying life again playing outside within safe limits set forth ensuring no repeat incidents occur moving forward!
In conclusion experts stress importance educating oneself regarding proper skincare routines tailored specifically towards protecting furry friends against harmful environmental factors present outdoors especially considering rising temperatures experienced seasonally across various regions worldwide today!
Stay alert folks because prevention truly is better than cure when caring for our cherished companions!