Yes, cats can develop freckles. These are also called lentigo or lentigo simplex. They appear as flat, dark brown, or black spots on a cat’s nose, mouth, or eyelids.

They are harmless pigmentations and don’t develop into cancer. It’s best to get any new spots checked by your veterinarian to confirm the diagnosis of freckles/lentigo, as melanoma spots can look similar to freckles.