Boils on Cat

• Lack of proper hygiene.
• Thyroid problems in the body.
• Reduced immune system.
• Persistent constipation.
• Exposure to various allergens and irritants.
• Stress and other health-related problems.
• Medical conditions like 'Diabetes Mellitus'.
• Consumption of commercial food high in sugars and chemicals.

• Keep a check on the personal hygiene of the animal. Give him a bath every 10-15 days with a good antibacterial soap.
• Never try to squeeze or lance a boil at home. Keep the affected area clean, but refrain from scrubbing or picking it.
• Apply warm compresses on the affected area for five minutes after every few hours. It will soften the tissue and help the boils to rupture and drain.
• Mix a teaspoon of salt or boric acid to a cup of hot water. Dab it in a washcloth and apply on the inflamed areas.
• You may even try adding a few drops of castor or tree tea oil to the water for the poultices. See that they are bearable and do not burn the flesh.
• Provide the diseased animal with a well balanced and a nutritious diet and avoid feeding him substandard commercial food.
• If the boils are accompanied by a fever, it is better to make the animal undergo a fast for a day. It will help to detoxify the body.
• Add 2-3 cloves of garlic to his food everyday. Garlic helps in boosting the immune system and is also a well-known antibiotic.
• Add some apple cider vinegar to the drinking water of the animal. It will facilitate the healing process.