Have been adopted recently by a cute black cat. Female (I think). Been living locally for a couple of years. Think spayed as have never seen any kittens. Has a few small scabs - one to the side of the bald patch. Not seen her scratching at it, or trying to lick it. Have used a spot on de-wormer and can't find any fleas. I know nothing about cats. No signs of skin complaints - just the odd little scab. Am assuming that as an outdoor cat, these are not unusual.Is it something to worry about?
2007-07-22 04:32:06 · 16 answers · asked by blackgrumpycat 7 in Pets ➔ Cats
Probably from an injury of some sort but do monitor. If you see other bald patches or difference in condition of fur take her to the vets for a check up. There is a parasite that can cause this and the vet can prescribe medication to resolve this immediately if you leave too long the cat will end up with bald patches all over this also can be caused by flea infestation but you said you didn't find any...best to take to vet for a check up just in case....
2007-07-22 09:58:01 · answer #1 · answered by valf 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well if the scab eventually falls off and her hair grows back in, she should be fine. It could be from a cat fight. Maybe even some type of bug irritated her. Don't assume your cat is spayed just because she has no kittens. Take her to the vet to get her a checkup. Sometimes the vet can tell if she's fixed or not by feeling for the incision where she would've been fixed at.
Keep her indoors. Sounds like a stray or someone just left her to fend for herself.
Good luck!
2007-07-22 04:39:12 · answer #2 · answered by Malia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2014-09-24 07:14:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take her to the vets for a check up anyway to be sure that there's nothing wrong with her and you'll probably be best to de-flea her anyway. While you're at the vets you can ask about her bald pacth on her shoulder.
Hope this helps.
2007-07-23 00:46:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have two cats that like to pull out big scabs and leave bald patches as the act of pulling out scabs also pulls out any fur. If she isn't constantly licking or scratching at the area there really shouldn't be any cause for concern.
2007-07-22 08:08:28 · answer #5 · answered by lotsofsmoggies 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a healing wound. Ringworm doesn't have scabs so it won't be that. If it isn't getting worse or bigger, just leave it and the fur will grow back in within 2 months. If it does get worse or starts seeping, consult with a vet, they may want to give antibiotics.
2007-07-22 09:52:16 · answer #6 · answered by Elaine M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Grandmother's cat started getting bald spots and when they took him to the vet he said it could be stress. It sounds ridiculous to me because personally I don't know what a cat could be stressed about but maybe you should take her to the vet and if it is stress maybe he could tell you how to relieve it. It's possible she could have gotten into a fight with another animal.
2007-07-22 04:50:06 · answer #7 · answered by lvdn7states 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't always see fleas,especially on a black cat,if you comb her/him while she's standing on damp paper,and the dust that falls on it turns red,then that's flea dirt.Frontline used every 5/6 weeks all year round is the best thing to do,but i would get her checked.
2007-07-23 12:01:57 · answer #8 · answered by catgirl1114 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure this cat does not belong to someone else first. It may be microchipped, so take it to the vet to see first.
2007-07-22 10:33:34 · answer #9 · answered by cornishmaid 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
does the patch itch your daughter? if yes then it might be ring worm, its very easy to get rid of if treated immediately and its also very contagious so wash your hands after touching it :)
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2016-04-14 06:07:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋