"Coffee Grinds" on my cat's chin

[EthansMom1030]

I posted all of my Babies pics on the Cat General thread

[kuhio98]

The vet also said that cats with white chins are more prone to kitty acne. He also so said to get rid of all our plastic water dishes and to use metal instead. I can't remember why. Maybe bacteria?

Also, kitties that stick their whole chins in the water dish - instead of lapping it up - are more prone to acne.

[EthansMom1030]

the dishes I have are like a porcelain or glazed clay. I got them at walmart. But the thing is that, I put out fresh water for them in the bowl and they dont want to drink out of it, they would rather drink from the toilet or the aquarium. I dont know why they do that when there is water down for them.

[jennielynn1970]

Oh, I don't think the aquarium water is good for them. There can be all sorts of icky things in the water in there. Always make sure you don't put your hand in the aquarium if you have a cut on your hand anywhere unless you use a latex glove to keep the water out of the cut. There are all kinds of micro-organisms in aquarium water.

[Kater]

As others have said, it appears to be kitty acne. A steamy washcloth is a good first line of defense. If that is not clearing it up, I would suggest using an OTC product with the active ingredient chlorhexidine. It is often sold under the brand name Hibiclens. You will only need a small amount of this antiseptic cleanser and should rinse thoroughly after application.

Good luck!