My cat's gums are pale. Is it anemia? What symptoms should I look for?

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Hi I was looking at my cats gums and noticed they look a bit pale. Is this how they normally look or can this be signs of anemia?if it is there anyway I can treat this from home? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 2 years old | 20 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately it's so difficult to tell from a picture! I actually think this color looks fairly normal. Usually cats who are significantly anemic also have a decrease in appetite and are lethargic or weak, so if Chandler is showing those symptoms I'd be a little more concerned. Anemia can have many underlying causes and it's important to determine what the cause is to know how to treat, so it is not something that can typically be treated from home.

My cat's gums are pale. Is it anemia? What symptoms should I look for?

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