My kitten has black crusty nose discharge. Is it an infection?

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I have an orange tabby kitten that is about a week old that has dark spots on Its nose that seem to resemble freckles and some black crusties in the corner of his nostrils. I noticed it a day ago. I'm confused as to what it may be. Can't find any answers regarding such a young kitten. Please help. It was an unplanned litter from a female torti/calico that showed up and we adopted, but affording a vet at the moment isn't in the near future unfortunately... Thank you!

Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist · Accepted Answer

Your kitten may have an upper respiratory infection, which is common in stray cats. The nasal discharge can form as black crusty discharge in the nostrils. If it is eating and drinking well and seems to be growing, you can clean the crusty discharge with a warm washcloth. At some point it needs to be examined, vaccinated, and dewormed when you can afford to do so.

My kitten has black crusty nose discharge. Is it an infection?

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