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My cat's nose looks weird. Why is it bleeding or discolored?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

Whats going on with my cats nose?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on July 2nd, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is sometimes seen with fungal infections such as one caused by Cryptococcus or cancers such as squamous cell carcinoma. However, it could also be something more benign. There is evidence of bleeding at some point. I recommend taking Tutie to her veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to diagnose this and proceed accordingly. They may decided to take biopsies or samples of this to try to reach a diagnosis. Treatment depends on the findings. Best of luck!

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