{"id":146471,"date":"2022-07-11T15:32:20","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T15:32:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/"},"modified":"2022-07-11T15:32:20","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T15:32:20","slug":"why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is my cat&#8217;s nose dry and warm?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Why_is_my_cats_nose_dry_and_warm\" title=\"Why is my cat&#8217;s nose dry and warm?\">Why is my cat&#8217;s nose dry and warm?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#How_can_you_tell_if_your_cat_has_a_fever\" title=\"How can you tell if your cat has a fever?\">How can you tell if your cat has a fever?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Is_a_cats_nose_supposed_to_be_warm\" title=\"Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be warm?\">Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be warm?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Why_would_a_cat_have_a_dry_nose\" title=\"Why would a cat have a dry nose?\">Why would a cat have a dry nose?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_cats_nose_is_warm_and_dry\" title=\"What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is warm and dry?\">What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is warm and dry?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Is_it_normal_for_a_cats_nose_to_be_warm\" title=\"Is it normal for a cat&#8217;s nose to be warm?\">Is it normal for a cat&#8217;s nose to be warm?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Should_I_be_worried_if_my_cats_nose_is_dry\" title=\"Should I be worried if my cat&#8217;s nose is dry?\">Should I be worried if my cat&#8217;s nose is dry?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#How_can_I_tell_if_my_cat_has_a_fever_without_a_thermometer\" title=\"How can I tell if my cat has a fever without a thermometer?\">How can I tell if my cat has a fever without a thermometer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Can_you_tell_if_a_cat_has_a_fever_by_feeling_its_ears\" title=\"Can you tell if a cat has a fever by feeling its ears?\">Can you tell if a cat has a fever by feeling its ears?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#How_can_I_tell_if_my_cat_has_a_fever_at_home\" title=\"How can I tell if my cat has a fever at home?\">How can I tell if my cat has a fever at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#How_do_cats_behave_when_they_have_a_fever\" title=\"How do cats behave when they have a fever?\">How do cats behave when they have a fever?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_cats_nose_is_warm\" title=\"What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is warm?\">What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is warm?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Is_a_cats_nose_supposed_to_be_hot_or_cold\" title=\"Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be hot or cold?\">Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be hot or cold?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#What_does_it_mean_if_a_cats_nose_is_cold\" title=\"What does it mean if a cats nose is cold?\">What does it mean if a cats nose is cold?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#What_does_it_mean_if_my_cats_nose_is_dry\" title=\"What does it mean if my cat&#8217;s nose is dry?\">What does it mean if my cat&#8217;s nose is dry?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#How_can_I_help_my_cats_dry_nose\" title=\"How can I help my cats dry nose?\">How can I help my cats dry nose?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#What_does_it_mean_when_your_cats_nose_is_dry\" title=\"What does it mean when your cat&#8217;s nose is dry?\">What does it mean when your cat&#8217;s nose is dry?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Should_cats_nose_be_wet_or_dry\" title=\"Should cats nose be wet or dry?\">Should cats nose be wet or dry?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Should_a_cats_nose_be_warm_or_cold\" title=\"Should a cat&#8217;s nose be warm or cold?\">Should a cat&#8217;s nose be warm or cold?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_cats_nose_is_hot\" title=\"What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is hot?\">What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is hot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-is-my-cats-nose-dry-and-warm\/#Is_a_cats_nose_supposed_to_be_cold_or_warm\" title=\"Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be cold or warm?\">Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be cold or warm?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_cats_nose_dry_and_warm\"><\/span>Why is my cat&#8217;s nose dry and warm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In addition, a cat&#8217;s nose may be warm or dry <b>if the cat was lying in the sun, near a heat source, or next to a fan or an air vent. Sometimes, a dry or warm nose will be seen along with other signs of illness, such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, fever, decreased appetite, or others.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_if_your_cat_has_a_fever\"><\/span>How can you tell if your cat has a fever?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs That Your Cat May Have a Fever<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Lack of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Weakness or lethargy.<\/li>\n<li>Shivering.<\/li>\n<li>Rapid heart rate.<\/li>\n<li>Decreased activity.<\/li>\n<p>Jan 15, 2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_cats_nose_supposed_to_be_warm\"><\/span>Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be warm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A cat&#8217;s nose should be clean. <b>Depending on their activity level and the temperature of their surroundings, their nose may be cold or warm. If your cat paws at their nose or sneezes frequently, or if you see mucous or other discharge, contact your veterinarian.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_would_a_cat_have_a_dry_nose\"><\/span>Why would a cat have a dry nose?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some perfectly healthy cats tend to have dryer noses than others. <b>Cats tend to lick their noses.<\/b><b>This can remove the natural moisture and cause their nose to feel dry. Your cat may be a bit dehydrated.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_cats_nose_is_warm_and_dry\"><\/span>What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is warm and dry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Similarly, a very warm, dry nose <b>could indicate a fever or infection, so it&#8217;s best to take your cat to the vet right away in these instances.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_a_cats_nose_to_be_warm\"><\/span>Is it normal for a cat&#8217;s nose to be warm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A cat&#8217;s nose should be clean. <b>Depending on their activity level and the temperature of their surroundings, their nose may be cold or warm. If your cat paws at their nose or sneezes frequently, or if you see mucous or other discharge, contact your veterinarian.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_be_worried_if_my_cats_nose_is_dry\"><\/span>Should I be worried if my cat&#8217;s nose is dry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A dry cat nose on its own may not be anything to worry about. However, you should contact your veterinarian if you&#8217;re concerned or notice other symptoms, such as: Loss of appetite. Lethargy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_tell_if_my_cat_has_a_fever_without_a_thermometer\"><\/span>How can I tell if my cat has a fever without a thermometer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Watch for these signs of a fever:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Loss of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Depression.<\/li>\n<li>Lack of energy or activity.<\/li>\n<li>Decreased drinking.<\/li>\n<li>Hiding.<\/li>\n<li>Decreased grooming.<\/li>\n<li>Shivering or rapid breathing.<\/li>\n<p>Jul 25, 2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_tell_if_a_cat_has_a_fever_by_feeling_its_ears\"><\/span>Can you tell if a cat has a fever by feeling its ears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Symptoms. There are tell-tale signs when humans have a fever, and these same symptoms also are visible in kitties, such as lack of appetite, weakness or lethargy, shivering, dehydration or <b>ears that are warm to the touch<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_tell_if_my_cat_has_a_fever_at_home\"><\/span>How can I tell if my cat has a fever at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Simply <b>use a digital thermometer in your cat&#8217;s ear or a pediatric rectal thermometer. Be sure not to use an older style mercury thermometer on your cat, if the thermometer breaks it can be very harmful to your kitty&#8217;s health. A rectal thermometer is the best way to determine whether your kitty has a fever.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_cats_behave_when_they_have_a_fever\"><\/span>How do cats behave when they have a fever?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most cats with a fever are <b>lethargic, reluctant to move, have a loss of appetite, have increased heart and breathing rates, and are dehydrated.<\/b><b>They may also be shivering or showing stiffness. With a fever of unknown origin, these clinical signs are present but there is no obvious cause for them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_cats_nose_is_warm\"><\/span>What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is warm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Though somewhat common, respiratory infections can lead to more serious health issues and signs, including difficulty breathing. Similarly, a very warm, dry nose <b>could indicate a fever or infection, so it&#8217;s best to take your cat to the vet right away in these instances.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_cats_nose_supposed_to_be_hot_or_cold\"><\/span>Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be hot or cold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs That Your Cat May Have a Fever<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Lack of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Weakness or lethargy.<\/li>\n<li>Shivering.<\/li>\n<li>Rapid heart rate.<\/li>\n<li>Decreased activity.<\/li>\n<p>Jan 15, 2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_if_a_cats_nose_is_cold\"><\/span>What does it mean if a cats nose is cold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cat noses are <b>neither supposed to be cold nor warm, as a rule. Your kitty will generally feel warm to your touch, because she naturally is compared with humans. Nose temperature fluctuates, but doesn&#8217;t signal anything about your cat&#8217;s health.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_if_my_cats_nose_is_dry\"><\/span>What does it mean if my cat&#8217;s nose is dry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A dry cat nose <b>might occur if a kitty is dehydrated or suffering from a fever  or a dry cat nose might not be problematic at all. So, although there is a loose correlation between a cool, moist nose and good health, some perfectly healthy cats have warm, dry noses.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_cats_dry_nose\"><\/span>How can I help my cats dry nose?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Treat Your Cat&#8217;s Dry Nose<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Topical antibacterial and\/or antifungal ointments.<\/li>\n<li>Oral antibiotics.<\/li>\n<li>Oral antiviral medication (i.e. famciclovir in case of herpesvirus)<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin E (topical or oral)<\/li>\n<p>Sep 23, 2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_your_cats_nose_is_dry\"><\/span>What does it mean when your cat&#8217;s nose is dry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some perfectly healthy cats tend to have dryer noses than others. Cats tend to lick their noses. This can remove the natural moisture and cause their nose to feel dry. <b>Your cat may be a bit dehydrated<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_cats_nose_be_wet_or_dry\"><\/span>Should cats nose be wet or dry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs That Your Cat May Have a Fever<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Lack of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Weakness or lethargy.<\/li>\n<li>Shivering.<\/li>\n<li>Rapid heart rate.<\/li>\n<li>Decreased activity.<\/li>\n<p>Jan 15, 2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_a_cats_nose_be_warm_or_cold\"><\/span>Should a cat&#8217;s nose be warm or cold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes you may boop your cat&#8217;s or kitten&#8217;s nose and realize the little snout is wet. But are cat noses supposed to be wet? The answer is yes, <b>typically a cat&#8217;s nose should be wet and not dryjust like a dog&#8217;s nose.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_cats_nose_is_hot\"><\/span>What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is hot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In addition, <b>a cat&#8217;s nose may be warm or dry if the cat was lying in the sun, near a heat source, or next to a fan or an air vent. Sometimes, a dry or warm nose will be seen along with other signs of illness, such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, fever, decreased appetite, or others.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_cats_nose_supposed_to_be_cold_or_warm\"><\/span>Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be cold or warm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs That Your Cat May Have a Fever<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Lack of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Weakness or lethargy.<\/li>\n<li>Shivering.<\/li>\n<li>Rapid heart rate.<\/li>\n<li>Decreased activity.<\/li>\n<p>Jan 15, 2021<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why is my cat&#8217;s nose dry and warm?How can you tell if your cat has a fever?Is a cat&#8217;s nose supposed to be warm?Why would a cat have a dry nose?What does it mean when a cat&#8217;s nose is warm and dry?Is it normal for a cat&#8217;s nose to be warm?Should I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-146471","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146471"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=146471"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146471\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=146471"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=146471"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=146471"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}