I just noticed today while I was trimming my cat's toe nails, that her back has three clumped hairs. I don't why this is happening. I tried to brush them out but it didn't work. I don't want to go to the vet and spend alot of money when it probably isn't that bad. My cat is about 10 years old. Maybe age is a factor? I don't know. Any ideas on why she might have three clumped hair's on her back? thanks so much.
2007-10-03 17:41:48 · 6 answers · asked by unknown 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Does she go outside? Did she have a bad encounter with honey? If it is not one of these reasons I would really see a vet.
Oh actually, here is the perfect answer: call the vet and speak with the person who answers. They'll tell you if you need to come in or not.
2007-10-03 17:44:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As our cats grow older, different things begin to go, for a while sometimes before we notice. Things like a bad thyroid can lead to unkempt fur, and also as cat gets older they don't groom as well. Don't make the mistake of using scissors on this because when matted, the skin is pulled up into the matted hair, and you can seriously cut your kitty. Try a semi-wide tooth comb, everyday, and work at it a little at a time. Sometimes you can work them out if not too bad. Also, keep brushing kitty so she doesn't end up with them all over body, that will happen. They are uncomfortable for kitty, so maybe check around at groomers, some large pet shops have in house groomers, maybe you can find a reasonable one. Don't let it keep just getting bigger or you will have unhappy cat. Good luck, I know firsthand what a mess these are with my own older cat.
2007-10-04 00:50:18 · answer #2 · answered by Joan Z 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you mean mats in the fur? Is she a long hair or a short hair?
At 10 years old, she's not exactly old, but she's no longer a spring chicken. It's possible that she's not able to groom her back the way she used to, so now it's up to you to make sure she gets brushed every day (she'll love it!). If you can get her to hold still, very carefully cut the mats out (be VERY careful - if they're too close to the skin, cut part off and wait for it to grow out before cutting the rest off - it's VERY easy to cut them). If you can't get her to hold still, just do your best to comb them out - it may take a few grooming sessions. Good luck!
2007-10-04 00:51:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your cat is matted and you need to brush her daily, because she is getting old and she is not cleaning herself as she used to. You can take her to a grooming salon or to the vet (preferable) and get those matted balls out. Please do not try it yourself and pull on the fur and don't cut it off with scissors. Cats have a very loose skin and by pulling it you could actually cut right into her flesh. A groomer uses a professional tool and knows how to demat your kitty. Take it from there and brush her daily.
2007-10-04 00:47:34 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is "three clumped hairs"? Three hairs that are tangled together? Comb the cat - case closed.
2007-10-04 01:55:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They get a little lazier about grooming as they get older and get knots in their fur. You can brush out what you can, or cut the knots to get rid of them. I have a 14 y.o. with several on his big belly, but he hates for me to pick on him. Oh well.
2007-10-04 01:06:38 · answer #6 · answered by Flatpaw 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋