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Expert: - 8/2/2007


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a couple of days ago when I was brushing my cat i noticed little black specks that came off when i brushed the area slighly under his chin.(They are only there in one patchy line) today he has many more--they are not fleas-they do not move--just black specks-some are slightly bigger than others. I took a wet paper towel and washed the area today and many of the specks came off on the towel but the number of black specks seem to be increasing everyday. I have treated him this month for fleas-he hasn't had them and I haven't seen to this day on him-he's an indoor cat. He has ear mites and he has been treated for them. I am very worried.

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Hi Patti,

I forgot to add one other thing. He could just have cat acne. Have your vet check him out. If it is that then a course of antibiotics will clear it up. Also you can try treating it your self by cleansing his chin with a benzoyl peroxide shampoo a couple of times a week.  Good luck.


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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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