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My kitten's nose is bleeding after a dog attack. Is it an emergency?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 4 days old | 1lb

My dog attacked my Kitten and now her nose is bleeding. What should I do?

3 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on January 1st, 2020

Ideally, the kitten should be physically examined by a veterinarian to diagnose any other injuries. If it is a minor bleed, it should stop with some gentle pressure. If there is internal injury, that can be addressed by the veterinarian after the exam. Monitor for lethargy, ataxia (wobbly gait), difficulty breathing, pale gums, uneven pupils or bleeding from the ears or anywhere else.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Published on January 24th, 2019
As long as it is not actively bleeding and not bothering him, you can monitor it at home. An e-collar (cone) can be used to prevent rubbing or pawing until it is healed. Light pressure using clean guaze can be used to control minor bleeding.
If it doesn't begin to improve in a few days, have him physically examined by your veterinarian.
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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on June 11th, 2018
Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. If the bleeding has stopped and there is no evidence of major visible trauma, I would monitor for now. If the bleeding does not stop or continues to occur, then I would recommend having a veterinarian take a look at this so that the most appropriate Diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please let me know if you have any further questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.
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