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Chin spots

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Question
Hi,
I have discovered black spots on my kittens' chins ! they look more like black hairs or dirt flakes, and are rather disgusting.Please provide the diagnosis and a cure ASAP.
Thanks

Answer
Eugene,

It sounds like your kittens might have chin acne. This can be easily treated by gently using a mild antibacterial soap to wash their chins twice daily, rinsing very well then drying very well. You will also need to change their feeding dishes from plastic to stainless steel as plastic is porous and holds bacteria which can then create chin acne for your kittens. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me again at any time - I'm more than happy to help in any way that I can.

Kind regards,

Ali