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Black chin only on both sides of the mouth, no other cat contact; if it is black chin, how to cure it and does it hurt?
Black chin differs clearly from ringworm. Early black chin shows coal-like black dots at hair roots, painless and itch-free. If untreated, dots multiply and cause folliculitis with red bumps, itching, and hair loss. Ringworm shows irregular bald patches, red or brown, very itchy, glowing green under Wood's lamp. Your photo suggests black chin.
My cat’s chin is crooked with a lump; it hurts when touched but does not affect eating
A crooked chin with a painful lump may come from impact, infection, or other factors; take the cat to a vet to find the cause and treat it. Do not medicate blindly; get a professional diagnosis to avoid harm.
Why does my cat often sit in a brooding-hen pose?
The brooding pose has many causes. Cats do it when cold to keep warm, when afraid of nail trimming or on defense, and when unwell to ease pain. Try touching the belly for resistance and watch spirits, appetite, and stool; if abnormal, see a vet.
Why Does My Pregnant Cat Keep Meowing Constantly?
A pregnant cat that meows constantly may be going into labor, or — if her due date is still far off — showing signs of prenatal anxiety. Watch her appetite and behavior closely, and learn the common causes and how to comfort her.
Why Does a Cat Keep Scratching Its Ears?
Frequent ear scratching usually means ear mites, wax buildup, fleas, otitis externa, or allergy. Clean the ears with an ear cleanser for mites and wax, treat otitis externa with meds, and remove the allergen for allergy cases — see a vet if a hematoma forms.
What happens if you pick a cat up by its tail?
Picking a cat up by the tail terrifies it and strains muscles; the tail may not hold its weight and could fracture or dislocate if pulled. Repeatedly doing this creates fear, aggression, and distance, harming your bond.
What happens if a cat doesn’t eat kibble for two days?
A healthy adult cat is usually fine for two days if it has water, but a kitten or sick cat may get low blood sugar and gut damage. Resume small, frequent meals; if it refuses food, see a vet for fluids.
Keeps sitting and won’t go out; feels like something’s wrong with its belly or bottom, whining. Gave dewormer, medicated bath, expressed anal glands, still the same; walks two steps then sits and whines. What’s wrong?
Not wanting to go out and whining usually means discomfort or pain, possibly exercise intolerance, joint pain, or abdominal issues. The brief description can't pinpoint it; have a vet examine the dog.
My cat can’t use its hind legs and breathes with a noisy, rapid sound
Based on your description the cat likely hurt a hind leg and pain causes rapid breathing and abnormal hind limbs. Get an X-ray to rule out fracture and ligament damage; without trauma, consider congenital issues or neuritis. Low appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea could mean dehydration or low blood sugar causing weakness.
How can I tell if my cat’s eyes are sick?
Sick cat eyes may show redness, tearing, pain, light sensitivity, and increased discharge, with the cat scratching its eyes. Corneal disease, glaucoma, or cataracts reduce clarity and affect vision, causing bumps and bruises. See a vet promptly if these appear.