specifically Persian cats
2007-04-27 16:59:35 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
That depends on what's causing it. Take it to the vet.
2007-04-27 17:03:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
lol. I have a persian mix (shorthair), and she's got hair issues, too. She's got patches missing that the vets say is stress-related. She's pulled it out so much that there's scar tissue in the way, so she'll always have a few hairless spots. Also, she's got a food allergy, and if she doesn't get her medicated food, she'll lick off the fur on her stomach, legs and tail. So, you need to find out if it's a food or flea allergy (with cortizone shots) or a behavioral issue (stress, anxiety) or a bacterial or fungal issue (by taking a culture at the vet and testing it).
If it's an allergy, cortizone shots or food modification will clear it up. If it's bacteria/fungus, meds will. If it's behavioral, you can try.
2007-04-27 17:18:24 · answer #2 · answered by Megg 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See if it's a stress issue. Some purebreds get upset over
being left alone.
If it's shedding, if you have a PetSmart in your area, buy their
brand of dry cat food - Authority. It's $6.99 a bag, but my
Siamese has been eating it for years and his shedding has
been cut 95%. It has a special formula in it and is specially
for cats. They put whole stuff in there - no fillers.
The fillers can be corn pieces or anything. This is why they
don't feel full. Authority keeps my cat full and he rarely sheds.
2007-04-27 17:11:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many different causes of hair loss, from stress to skin infection to parasites. Take her to a vet to find out which, only then can you find out the cure!
Chalice
2007-04-28 02:39:49 · answer #4 · answered by Chalice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a thyroid condition. Some breeds are known for it. Or it could be allergens. In any case, only a qualified vet can tell. This is not the time for home remedies. Take him/her to the vet!
2007-04-27 17:19:11 · answer #5 · answered by D 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take to a vet to rule out something serious like a bacterial infection.
2007-04-27 17:03:20 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
depends on the cause of the hair loss.
2007-04-27 17:03:10 · answer #7 · answered by tmrvt 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
sorrry to say, but... just kill the cat... if its loosing its hair, it has a disease and its most likely not cureable and the cat is suffering but doesnt show it.... puty it out of its mysery!!
2007-04-27 17:07:42 · answer #8 · answered by BIG DADDY 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
how often do you bathe her? it could be due to fleas or the hot weather.
2007-04-27 20:04:14 · answer #9 · answered by click 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋