Why is my cat losing a lot of hair?

Causes, prevention, and treatments of hair loss in cats

Cats are cuddle pets that need TLC and petting 24/7. Cats’ love is sweet and real; they do not pretend. If they are not happy with you, cats will show it. And if they are happy, they will expose their happiness to their human friends.

All cats, whether kittens or elderly, enjoy being handled and petted. They take pleasure in being near and in touch with their human pals. On the other hand, if your kitten is shedding a lot, a lot of hair will go on your clothes, sofa, cutlery, food, etc. Owing a cat that sheds a lot results in a constant mess at home.

Cats naturally shed to get rid of old and broken hair, but excessive shedding is unnatural and requires immediate attention from a qualified veterinarian. 

Get great detail on the causes, treatments, and prevention of excessive cat shedding in this blog post.

Causes of over shedding in cats.

There are many causes of hair loss in cats, and coming up with the exact cause needs a professional in the vet field.

salting cat food excessively.

Over or under-bathing

Allergy to food, shampoo, or any other environmental allergen

Hot weather conditions

Ectoparasites, such as mites, fleas, and ticks

Chemotherapy

Skin cancers

Lack of grooming for a long time

Poor hygiene 

Stress

Poor feeding

Worms 

Nutritional deficiencies

Prevention and treatment of excessive shedding in cats

Before implementing any treatment protocol, establish your cat’s primary cause of hair loss. Common management practices prescribed by vets include:

Routine brushing and grooming 

Routine deworming

Regular bathing

Avoid a lot of salt in cat food.

Proper hygiene

Antihistamines 

Administer drugs that prevent ectoparasites. 

Excessive shedding should not be neglected when seen in your cats; it can be a sign of a major underlying health condition. Consult your area vet for a proper diagnosis.

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