How to determine the degree of cat burns

Depending on the depth of the burns in cats, they are generally classified as first degree burns, second degree burns and third degree burns. With first-degree burns, the skin will appear red, swollen, hot and sore, but will usually heal on its own. With second-degree burns, the skin is damaged and blood blisters and infection are evident. For third degree burns, the skin will be extensively necrotic, blackened and hardened, with a large purulent discharge at a later stage.