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Is it normal for a cat to have very light pink gums?
My cat’s gums are almost white. Are their gums supposed to be the color of our gums?
Keywords: pink gums
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Pale gums usually indicate anemia. Fleas can cause anemia. It’s also can be an indication of Feline Leukemia or FIV. I would get the cat checked by a vet to make sure nothing serious is going on.
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