My cat's pink gums turned black after moving. Is it serious or stress?

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My 8 yo Siamese cat has just experienced a cross continental move. In the past week, (been here 2) her gums in the front of her mouth have gone from a healthy pink to a blackish color. She has had dental plaque but I brush her teeth. There are a lot of new variables in the equation: new food (fish based which she may have a slight allergy to), flea treatment, litter, much colder climate, new stress in a new home. Is this something serious or stress related? There are no behavior changes. Thanks! Pet's info: Cat | Siamese | Female | spayed | 8 years and 8 months old | 7 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! At least based on the pictures, it just looks like a normal change in the pigmentation of her gums which would not be serious and would not be a reason to be concerned. If at some point you notice any clinical signs affecting her such as decreased appetite or lethargy, have her evaluated. Otherwise, I think that she will be just fine. Good luck!

My cat's pink gums turned black after moving. Is it serious or stress?

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