What does it mean when a kitten has black stuff in his nose?

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   anne russellposted 7 years ago

   What does it mean when a kitten has black stuff in his nose?
   
   My kitten also closes one eye and winks. He has been very sleepy, too. He's sneezed a bit and just doesn't seem himself.

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   Jen Buczynskiposted 7 years ago

   It means he has boogers!
   My kittens boogers dry black. The vet told me it's important to wipe them out with either your finger or a wet cloth.

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   Puppyluvposted 7 years ago

   Could be black from him getting his nose into something or from dried cat litter dust.  Either way, a runny nose and an eye partially closed indicates a possible upper respiratory infection.  Especially since he doesn't seem like himself, it's likely that he's not feeling well and will need antibiotics.  Good luck!

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   firerieposted 7 years ago

   I just asked my vet this question as my 5 month old kitten (a Ragdoll) gets them occasionally. He said it could be from an upper respiratory infection which is very common for kittens to have. Also he came from a humid climate to a very dry one so I think that could contribute, as well as the stress of traveling here on a plane.

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