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My cat has a punctured nostril. What should I do immediately?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 2 lbs

My cats right nostril was punctured. What do I do?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 21st, 2018

Poor Cali! You can gently clean the area with warm water and antiseptic soap, and then I would take her into the vet. It may needs stitches to help it heal correctly, which the vet can do, and she may benefit from antibiotics to prevent infection. Please take her into a vet today. I hope this helps!

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