Why does my cat have flaky nails and a strange spot on his chin?

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My cat's nails look like they have white stuff All over them.. like, a dry paste texture that flakes off if I rubbed it.. in addition to this brownish color on one of them... he doesn't mind me touching them. And the third picture is : his chin... I don't know if he hurt himself or it's something else... Thank you. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 7 months and 10 days old | 5.51156 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

What you are seeing on the nails may be individual sheaths. These are normal. A cat removes them and keeps nails sharp and trim by scratching. Provide a scratching mat or pole to help him. The spot on his chin could be a spot of chin acne which is common in cats. Keep the area clean and dry. You can use a pet wipe or a plain, unscented baby wipe. Sometimes a mild cleanser containing benzoyl peroxide can clear it up. If he has a plastic bowl, switch to a ceramic or stainless steel one. Plastic bowls may harbor bacteria or can cause an allergic reaction. If the spot doesn't heal or spreads, have him physically examined by your veterinarian.

Why does my cat have flaky nails and a strange spot on his chin?

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