And I need some advice! Every summer Harry's face seems to get pink and itchy but this year it's been worse than before. He's hardly got any whiskers left and he's made his face bleed. I've obviously taken him to the vets but each time they've been reluctant to do anything because of his age, his kidneys and his heart murmur (grade 1, not always detectable).
Last time I asked about a steroid injection but the vet was reluctant even though I said he'd had one last year which had fixed the problem. In the end we compromised and I have steroid cream for him which doesn't seem to be making a difference, in fact it's getting worse. I've tried the cone of shame but he crashed into the French doors and then started walking backwards. He was so distressed we took it off him.
I phoned the vets again today to ask to see one of the senior vets but can't see anyone until next Tuesday. I have no idea what to do in the meantime though!
Sorry this is so long and thank you if you've got this far! (The last picture is just to prove he can still look cute and not battered!)