Why is my pet's nose pink, flaky, or scabbed? When to see a vet?

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A couple days ago, I noticed Skye's nose was pink on one side (shown in pic). The color has changed and it looks almost flaky sometimes scab-like, shown in other 2 pics. She eats out of a metal dish, has been eating a food she has had on the past. I'm wondering if this could be from rough-housing with Storm, or if it is a possible allergy or medical issue. Suggestions on care and what to look out for and when i should take her to the vet? Skye's not acting different nor has gotten into anything. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 5 months and 9 days old | 9 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Hi, and thanks for your question. This presentation could be due to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria or fungal). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics or antifungal meds (oral or topical ) are needed to solve the problem. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any scratching (if any). Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Why is my pet's nose pink, flaky, or scabbed? When to see a vet?

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