I think the danger is when the cat tries to wash the affected area and ingests whatever toxin remains. I managed to get the worst off in the bath (went down well!). A similar thing happened to me years ago when my cat trod/fell in creosote. He was curled up for a nap, his paws covered in paint. I had a cat who sat on the lid of a newly opened paint tin. The Expert will know if your cat will be able to digest that. by vic23 » Sat Jul 22, 2017 2:39 pm, Post You have my sympathies! If a cat was drenched in paint or even smeared in something really toxic like gloss paint, I'd call the vet and take it in. "Please keep pets away from paints and varnishes at all times if possible! I called my friend immediately to ask what paint she had used. Use a bristle brush to suggest the ear hairs that are in the shadow. She was perfectly fine. I decided to paint a portrait of him based off of a photo that I love of him. My cat has just ran through emulsion paint which had been slightly watered down - although some came off onto the floor she still has some on her paws, which I can't get off as she won't allow me to. How did this end? A fur map is a useful tool when painting cats to help you paint the fur accurately. If I remember rightly she's a feisty madam isn't she? To tell my friend I don't want her "birthday gift"? Quite possibly she might try to wash her paws herself and be put off by the taste, and the stuff will just fade off by itself, but I'd definitely have a go at washing. How bad is it - do I need to take her to the vet? Wrap her tightly in a sheet and extract one paw at a time (easier said than done I know) or have you got anyone to help hold her?. Support wikiHow by My cat stepped in some acrylic paint and then licked it off. After a chase round the house I've washed it (and got the scars for my trouble) but she's run off now. Keep pesticides away from areas cats can access. Vet was like are you sure she ate it? Cat Chat, the Cat Rescue Resource. Also, while the paint washed off the kids’ feet easily each time they stepped into the water, it did leave a bit of stain in a few spots on the driveway. ... Ok, Im hoping that my fellow mse'rs can help me. Share your tips for saving on your energy bill with ESB Energy, Your questions on breast, bottle and mixed feeding answered, Toilet training expert answers questions on bathroom habits and routines, Talk widget showing discussions of the day & trending threads, Subscribe to Mumsnet emails direct to your inbox. Most cats are sensible about what they eat. I don't know if anyone out there thinks differently, but if just paws, I'd persevere with washing, as every wash will dilute the paint. My dear sweet mother-in departed this life June 4, 2013. by Trish_Kitty » Sat Jul 22, 2017 8:01 pm, Post IMPORTANT: If your cat is in any distress or discomfort, please consult your own vet as your first priority. Collect dropped leaves/petals. by Lilith » Sun Jul 23, 2017 10:10 am, Post Probably not. Avoid the eye area and wash the rest of the affected fur using a wet rag or shower puff. What sort of paint was it? They do have a habit of putting their paws in places that aren't always suitable. A hint to keep the drawing from smudging and graying my paint: I paint over the entire drawing with a mixture of titanium white acrylic and acrylic glazing medium. If your dog or cat is exposed to paint (through licking, etc.) To paint a cat design, prepare for painting, carry out the face painting, and add flourishes if … Veterinarian's Assistant: I'll do all I can to help. by Lilith » Sun Jul 23, 2017 8:27 pm, Post by Mayday21 » Wed Jul 26, 2017 2:22 am, Return to “Health and Behaviour Queries, Help and Advice”, Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Limited. I'm pretty sure it is an oil based paint as there is still a strong solvent smell. Vivian, Health and Behaviour Queries, Help and Advice, ↳   Health and Behaviour Queries, Help and Advice, ↳   Petitions & Campaigns (Other Animals), https://janabouc.com/2008/01/21/cat-paw ... tte-karma/. Step 3: Wrap torn rags or other soft material around the dressing and tie or tape just tightly enough to keep it in place. by Lilith » Sat Jul 22, 2017 2:06 pm, Post In this tutorial, you will learn how to paint an easy composition of a cat, or two cats, sitting on a branch and staring at a moon. by Trish_Kitty » Sat Jul 22, 2017 7:55 pm, Post Surprisingly, just mix cat litter into the paint can to absorb the liquid. Happy to hear that the daisy is doing great, Glad she's ok - hope today has been more peaceful and that goes for the future too, Hi Vic good to read that Daisy's going well & the paint issue is no longer an issue. 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