Topical Treatment for Feline Acne

Feline acne is a bacterial infection of the skin with causes ranging from stress to food allergies. While it is treated in different ways depending on severity, topical feline acne treatments are commonly used.

  1. Types

    • Topical feline acne treatments include topical retinoids and vitamin A, antibiotic soaps, and even ointments or gels containing benzoyl peroxide or chlorhexidine (see Reference 1).

    Effects

    • Topcial treatments are formulated to improve skin condition and kill bacteria that cause the infection (see Referenece 3).

    Benefits

    • Not all cats are good about taking oral medication, making topical feline acne treatments a good alternative when possible (see Reference 3).

    Considerations

    • For severe cases of feline acne, topical treatments may not be as effective as clipping the cat's chin hair and deep-cleaning the affected area (see references 1 and 2).

    Warning

    • Always consult your veterinarian concerning treatment for your cat's feline acne to avoid making the condition worse or otherwise harming your cat (see references 1, 2 and 3).