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Cat Forum / Health and Behavior / February 2004Can Someone Help Me With Sunscreen For Cats??.
Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never let him outside as I am worried that he will get cancer. Could someone please help me on this matter, my e-mail address is; ffp@ihug.com.au. Thank You for you help. > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never let [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > Thank You for you help. Somebody get the trollometer. Maybe a 1? MaryL I don't think we have a troll here. The email addy is real, and the problem is realistic, too, so I wouldn't worry. Actually, I was thinking exactly the same today. We had nearly 40 Deg C on the Gold Coast of Australia today (our summer), and my Xena (not white but very pale still) was outside. I was wondering, if there was a sunscreen that I could use on her (especially her 'bold spots') and that she wouldn't lick off. Hope someone can help, Regards, Andr0 > > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > MaryL > I don't think we have a troll here. The email addy is real, and the problem > is realistic, too, so I wouldn't worry. Actually, I was thinking exactly the [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > Regards, > Andr0 Don't know about any sunscreen - but we once had a cat that had one area exposed to the sun - his nose! it was not Black, dang! what's the word for it.. can't think- but dark skin - as in humans too - is not so prone to sun damage -the pale skin is, and in this case the Vet recommended we have his nose tattoo'd black - we had this done - but right now as I write it seems crazy - it's still pale skin just tattoo'd dark - so I dunno if it was effective or not? ~email invalid so don't bother~spamproof! >> I don't think we have a troll here. The email addy is real, and the problem >> is realistic, too, so I wouldn't worry. Actually, I was thinking exactly the [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > > ~email invalid so don't bother~spamproof! It probably helps more than you think. Karen Thanks Stuart! Actually, it is a relief (for me at least) that Xena inherited a dark nose from her Siamese ancestors. Also darker ears, but only on the outside....I will ask our Vet if her ears could be 'darkened' inside....I wonder? and those 'bald spots' on her face, that are often red from mosquito bites, and after yesterday, I believe it was the sun's influence. Anyway, I think you gave me a great hint - something for a start. Many thanks! Andr0 > Don't know about any sunscreen - but we once had a cat that had one > area exposed to the sun - his nose! it was not Black, dang! what's [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > > ~email invalid so don't bother~spamproof! > > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > MaryL Not this time, Mary... I'm afraid she's right. Squamous cell carcinomas -- malignant tumors that arise from the squamous epithelium of the skin of the pinnae, are common in cats with white or light-colored fur and skin and have a high exposure to sunlight. The only effective treatment is usually aggressive surgical excision. SCC is a very invasive and particularly nasty tumor. Some people tattoo their cats' pinnae to prevent the development of SCC. Tattooing seems to be preferable and more effective than constantly applying sunscreens. Phil > Some people tattoo their cats' pinnae to prevent the development of SCC. > Tattooing seems to be preferable and more effective than constantly applying > sunscreens. May I ask what is a "pinnae?" >>> Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on >>> animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 22 lines] > > Phil I think I recently read over on an equine group about a woman who does this kind of work on horses with pink skin around eyes and nose. Karen > > > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > > > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 22 lines] > > Phil Here's some more information on SCCs: http://maxshouse.com/Oncology/tumors_of_the_skin.htm#Squamous%20Cell%20Carcinoma If that link doesn't work, click here, http://maxshouse.com/Database_toc.htm then this link, http://maxshouse.com/Oncology/Oncology_IDX.htm then this link, http://maxshouse.com/Oncology/tumors_of_the_skin.htm#Squamous Cell Carcinoma > > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > MaryL Damn. I was buying this one. :-( > > > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used > on [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > > > Damn. I was buying this one. :-( Well, it turns out that you were correct to accept this one. *I* was the one who reacted too fast -- that's the price of being too *cute,* I guess. It's amazing that I have had cats for so many years, yet never thought of this. My only possible explanation is that mine have always been indoor-only cats. Of course, that's a cop-out, but I had to find some excuse. MaryL A pretty legitimate excuse, Mary:) I didn't worry about sunscreens either until only a few months ago when Xena and I finally 'made it home' into our own little house with a yard, where she can enjoy fresh air under my strictly watchful eye. I must admit, it was much easier before, when she had to hide inside a townhouse, but the joy that she has from chasing flies and lizards is priceless to watch:) Still, I believe that if the cat can't have a regular and safe access to outside world, it be happier indoors for good. Andr0:) My only possible explanation is that mine have always been > indoor-only cats. Of course, that's a cop-out, but I had to find some > excuse. > > MaryL >> Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on >> animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > MaryL No, I think this is for real. I also don't think there is a product, but really enough people ask about it, someone should do it. White cats and other pink undertoned short hairs are truly at risk for skin cancer. I think the only answer is to keep them out of the sun. I would even put up UV tinting in my windows if I owned a white cat. Karen >>> Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on >>> animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > >Karen Do you remember the picture of the white cat in the Easter bunny suit? If I remember correctly "Philo" said he was about 15 years old. I wonder how he handled the problem -- does anybody know.? Then there was Banana who lost his ears -- so I think there could be a problem. Maybe an indoor only cat is safer. MLB >Maybe an indoor only cat is safer. I don't know about that. I mean, indoor cats may still like to sleep in a sunny window. And cats outdoors may spend some time sleeping in the sun, but more likely prefer a shady, sheltered spot. (I don't think I've ever seen an outdoor cat sleeping in the middle of a yard, for example. Too exposed.) I'd think it would depend more on the habits of the individual cat, and how much mid-day sun they get. Jeez, I sent this over four days ago and it still hasn't appeared. Trying again. > > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > > Somebody get the trollometer. Maybe a 1? Why do you think this is a troll? It's a perfectly valid question for those of us with light coloured cats. My cream-coloured cat once got sunburned ears and I felt dreadful (as did he). To OP: I use Sun Sense Toddler Roll On Sunblock for my boy. Have used it for years with vet's knowledge and no problems. It's quite creamy so I can roll it quickly and easily onto his ears and it stays put. It's not always easy to find in the Northern Hemisphere, but you appear to be in Australia, so should have no problem at all (Sun Sense are Australian). The New Zealand RSPCA recommends a product called Filta-bac: http://www.rnzspca.org.nz/pet_care/vets/vet15.html which you can buy here (note: I've never used them, just FYI): http://naturalharvest.co.nz/filtabac1.html HTH Helen > Jeez, I sent this over four days ago and it still hasn't appeared. Trying > again. [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > > Helen I already answered this (and apologized) twice. Despite having cats for many years, I had never heard of this possibility. Mine have always been indoor-only cats, but others have also mentioned the possibility of indoor cats having a problem because they seek out sunny spots for a nap. I know you said that your messages did not appear. Did mine also fail to appear? If so, you may be missing a great many messages from this group. MaryL circa Thu, 5 Feb 2004 21:19:11 -0600, in rec.pets.cats.health+behav, MaryL (carstan101@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER) said, > I already answered this (and apologized) twice. Despite having cats for > many years, I had never heard of this possibility. Mine have always been [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > I know you said that your messages did not appear. Did mine also fail to > appear? If so, you may be missing a great many messages from this group. I think we (myself included) sometimes tend to forget that newsgroups are not a real-time communications medium. I suspect that the post to which you're responding was made before Helen perused the entire thread. Or I hope so, at least. :-) Laura  SignatureI am Dyslexia of Borg, Your a.s will be laminated. > circa Thu, 5 Feb 2004 21:19:11 -0600, in rec.pets.cats.health+behav, > MaryL (carstan101@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER) said, [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > > Laura You're rght. Sometimes my typing fingers work before my brain kicks in. MaryL circa Thu, 5 Feb 2004 23:39:55 -0600, in rec.pets.cats.health+behav, MaryL (carstan101@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER) said, > > I think we (myself included) sometimes tend to forget that newsgroups > > are not a real-time communications medium. I suspect that the post to [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > You're rght. Sometimes my typing fingers work before my brain kicks in. I do it all the time. :-) Laura SignatureI am Dyslexia of Borg, Your a.s will be laminated. > You're rght. Sometimes my typing fingers work before my brain kicks in. I have this problem often. Must be something in the water. ;) > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never let [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > Thank You for you help. Uh, oh, it looks like apologies are in order again (mine). Both Andr0 and Phil have pointed out that this can be a very legitimate concern. I never thought of such a thing, and I apologize. MaryL > Uh, oh, it looks like apologies are in order again (mine). Both Andr0 > and Phil have pointed out that this can be a very legitimate concern. > I never thought of such a thing, and I apologize. A few years ago someone in alt.cats went through a cancer with her cat; the cats nose and part of the ears had to be removed due to the skin cancer. I agree with you though - I'd have never thought it was a concern unless I'd heard about it happening. SignatureCheryl Trapped like rats. In a chia-pet. MIB II > Uh, oh, it looks like apologies are in order again (mine). Both Andr0 and > Phil have pointed out that this can be a very legitimate concern. I never > thought of such a thing, and I apologize. Well, Mary, with so many jokesters poking around here, it's hard not to get a little trigger happy. I could have gone either way. I'm kind of bummed that it wasn't a troll, as here is another thing that can plague my favorite critters. >Uh, oh, it looks like apologies are in order again (mine). Both Andr0 and >Phil have pointed out that this can be a very legitimate concern. I never >thought of such a thing, and I apologize. Perhaps you haven't had a white cat. I haven't been concerned about this problem either, since our older two cats both have dark-skinned ears and noses, but we just took in a solid white stray. Even if the cat doesn't go outdoors, you know how much cats like to lie in a sunny window. I'd like to know as well if there is a sunscreen product that is safe to use on a cat's ears. > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never let [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > Thank You for you help. You might want to ask over in alt.med.veterinary. I myself have no clue. Signature-- ~kaeli~ The secret of the universe is @*&^^^ NO CARRIER http://www.ipwebdesign.net/wildAtHeart http://www.ipwebdesign.net/kaelisSpace > Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on > animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never let [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > Thank You for you help. I live in Australia too, and have been told by the vet to put sunscreen on my cat's pink noses and ear tips during the day. I don't let my cats out in the midday heat, only early in the morning and late in the afternoon (before dark). Just regular 30+ sunscreen would be okay though. Flippy in Melbourne, Australia. My Cats: http://www.flippyscatpage.com >> Does anybody know of any good sunscreens or zincs that can be used on >> animals (a cat)? As I have a 2 year old pure white cat and I have never [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] >Flippy in Melbourne, Australia. >My Cats: http://www.flippyscatpage.com How long does it last on the nose?
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