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My cat has a black spot with white dots on his paw. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Male | 7 lbs

My cat has this black spot with white dots all over it on his paw what is it and how can I treat it

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on December 26th, 2019

It could be a bacterial or fungal infection around the nail, nail bed or paw pad. A close physical exam would be needed for a definitive diagnosis. See your veterinarian in the morning. If Cosmo is licking or chewing, place an e-collar (cone) on him until he sees the doctor.

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