Abscesses in Cats Cats, like people, are prone to skin
irritations. While they can often be treated with ointments and
creams, an abscess can form if an irritation worsens or if
bacteria invades the skin. An abscess can also occur when a cat
becomes infected from a variety of injuries, and can be found on
virtually any part of an animal’s body. It is important to note
that while surface wounds are fairly common in pets, they can
become problematic if they are infected and are left untreated.
Symptoms and Types Cats are most likely to experience abscesses,
as they tend to fight with other cats when they roam outdoors,
and a fight wound can be susceptible to bacterial infection if
not treated. However, animals can also develop infections from
relatively minor abrasions. Pasteurella multocida is the most
common bacteria to cause skin infections. Another cause of skin
irritation in pets is the Staphylococcus intermedius, which can
usually be treated with topical ointments. However, if either of
these bacteria mak