My cat has sudden hard spots on her paw pads. Should I be concerned?

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My cat has suddenly developed hard spots on her 2 front pads. They have the hardness of nails and are in the center of the large pads. She doesn't seem uncomfortable, but they came on suddenly (I trim her nails every week, I would have noticed). Is this something to be alarmed about? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 7 years and 5 months old | 11 lbs

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Without pictures and without examining Smudgle, it is difficult to say for sure what the cause is. This could be hyperkeratosis / calus formation, which is benign but can be uncomfortable for some animals. I would recommend having them looked at by a veterinarian so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made.

My cat has sudden hard spots on her paw pads. Should I be concerned?

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