Hair Loss in Cats: Why Is My Cat Losing Fur? Telavets Can Help!
*By Telavets – Your Telemedicine Sidekick for Healthy, Happy Cats*Is your cat shedding more than usual? Or maybe you’ve noticed bald patches around their ears, tail, or belly? While a little shedding is normal, if your cat is losing hair in specific spots, it could be a sign of an underlying issue.
Hair loss in cats can be caused by many things, from allergies to stress, or even a medical condition. Fortunately, Telavets can help you figure out what’s causing the fur-fall and work out a treatment plan that gets your kitty’s coat back in shape!
Common Causes of Hair Loss in Cats
- Allergies: Cats can be allergic to certain foods, environmental factors, or flea bites, all of which can lead to hair loss.
- Parasites: Fleas, mites, and other parasites can cause excessive scratching, which leads to hair loss.
- Infections: Bacterial or fungal infections can cause patches of hair loss, especially around the face or paws.
- Stress: Cats can sometimes pull out their own fur due to stress, anxiety, or boredom. It's called over-grooming.
How Telavets Can Help
- Virtual Consultations: We’ll help you figure out if your cat’s hair loss is due to a medical condition, stress, or something else entirely.
- Treatment Plans: Whether it’s treating allergies, parasites, or infections, we’ll provide the right plan for your kitty.
- Medication Delivery: No need to leave the house—get prescriptions for your cat delivered right to your door.
