Cats having zits/blackheads normal?

my cat of 4 years recently has been getting zits or blackheads..they pop just like a zit would. i.just wanna know if anyone can find some pictures for me?? does it happen a lot??? what can i use on her to make it go away?Cats having zits/blackheads normal?
Cat acne is really common, but its easily treatable at home. Its usually a lifelong problem - but it can be managed. The most common cause of feline acne is overactive oil glands, and the acne is usually concentrated around the chin. Its most common during the spring and fall when cats shed - they not only shed their fur but also excrete excess oils which can elevate the problem. Its difficult for cats to clean their chins so its common to have a buildup of oil and dirt in that area.





There are a lot of solutions from dietary changes to solutions put on the skin.





Make sure youre giving your cat a good rounded diet with enough nutrition. Most feline acne is a result of their bodily cleansing process, and improving their diet can help improve oil secretions to be more manageable.





Keep the affected area cleansed. You can use a cotton ball soaked in peroxide or vinegar (be careful with vinegar because it can irritate the skin if the skin is raw) You can also use Benzoyl peroxide shampoo twice a week - and this is the most common treatment recommended by vets. Wash the chin daily with antibacterial soap to clear built-up dirt and oil, andcleanse daily using lukewarm salt water to help reduce the risk of infection. You can also use antibiotic topical ointments to help pores from getting clogged.





Its also possible for a feline to get acne from their food bowl. Cats can have an allergic reaction to the plastic because dirt and bacteria can build up in scratches in the bowl. Try using ceramic, glass or stainless steel bowls and wash them thoroughly every day to keep them clean.





Cats with flat faces like Persians tend to be more prone to acne because of the way they eat - so cleaning the face after meals can help keep acne under control.





Best of luck!Cats having zits/blackheads normal?
Ours would get it when we were using plastic bowls.





It stopped once we used glass or metal bowls. Mostly it's the chin of the cat rubbing the fragments of food into the skin area when they chase the food around, plastic containers hold a lot more bacteria than harder surfaces so it promotes zits.





If you switch the plate/bowl the cat eats off of, you'll see a lot less of this.
Many vets theorize that it's caused from using plastic dishes for feeding. However, when my 19+ year old cat was much younger, she would get it on her chin. I've never used plastic dishes for my pets. They have always been fed from china, stoneware, or stainless steel bowls.





I believe as my vets do, that there are some cats who can't or won't wash their chins very well. In my cat's case, she's has had chronic arthritis for years and has been physically unable to do a good grooming session since she was about 6 years old. I wash her face for her and give her frequent baths.





My vets gave me OxyDex Gel for the Feline Acne. It's a topical antibacterial therapy which is excellent in clearing up Feline Acne. Rub it into the affected area on your cat and wash your hands well afterward. It has reports of human contact sensitivity if left on human skin too long. A tube will last for ages. You don't need to use much per application.





When Feline Acne doesn't respond to topical treatment, you'll need to consider whether or not it really is Feline Acne, or if it is one of the conditions that can mimic it, such as ringworm, contact allergies, food allergies, yeast infections or demodectic mange.
This it?





If is, email me and Ill tell you the way to get rid of them over a period of time.





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Cat acne can be common. The vet will usually prescribe a wash to treat cat acne.


If you are feeding your cat from a plastic dish switch the food dish to metal it helps because plastics harbor bacteria.
This may not even have to do with your situation, but if the zits are on its chin, try changing food bowls. Plastic bowls can cause acne.
This is natural usually in older cats and I suppose young and I'm not sure if there something to do I have 2 dogs.