How to Reduce the Risk of Skin Cancer in Cats

If your cat is white, or if he has white on his ears and nose, he may be prone to skin cancer. What to do? You got it: Lather on the sunscreen.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• SPF 50 Sunscreen
• Antibiotic Creams

1. Apply SPF 50 sunscreen on the top of your cat's muzzle, including the top of his nose.
2. Apply more SPF 50 sunscreen on your cat's inner and outer ear tips.
3. Lather it on twice a day if your cat is frequently out in the sun.
4. Keep your cat indoors as much as possible, and discourage him from sunbathing beside windows.
5. Avoid letting your cat outside at midday, when the sun is brightest.
6. Look for signs of sunburn - pain and redness on your cat's skin indicate that he has been overexposed to the sun.
7. Treat a cat's sunburn by cleaning any peeling tissue using an antibiotic cream. Ask your veterinarian for details.

Tips & Warnings

• SPF 50 sunscreen is often kept behind the pharmacy counter. Ask your pharmacist for it.