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Hair loss in cats can be just as annoying and annoying as it is in humans, and there are many causes. It could be poor diet, stress, allergies, fleas, mites, or just permanent and unexplained hair loss, known as alopecia. In some cases, the cat will lose patches of hair, while in others, her hair may be thinning or broken off in large chunks. Whatever the cause, some home remedies can help stop hair loss.
Causes of cat hair loss
One of the most common causes of cat hair loss are fleas, ticks, and mites. These tiny parasites force cats to bite and scratch excessively, resulting in hair loss. Often, cats are allergic to their bites, causing their skin to redden and itch, resulting in more scratching and hair loss.
Another cause of cat hair loss is ringworm, which is a type of fungal infection. This infection occurs in the hair, claws, and outer layers of the skin. While some cats are not affected by ringworm, in others it causes hair loss, which results in visible circular patches, especially on the body, head, and ears. Ringworm is contagious to other pets, as well as to humans.
Excess and deficiency of the hormone, as in humans, can cause hair loss in cats. Additionally, cats are like babies in that they can be very sensitive to changes in their surroundings. Anxiety about moving or other stressful changes can cause hair loss.
Cat hair loss treatment
An effective antibiotic for cats suffering from hair loss due to parasites is citrus juice. Cut the lemon into quarters and place the pieces in a pot of boiling water. Let this steep overnight. Spray all over the cat, especially behind the ears, head, base of the tail and withers. Garlic, brewer’s yeast tablets and apple cider vinegar all work as indoor flea repellents. They all secrete odors or acids into the skin of the cat and make it an unfriendly environment for fleas.
A homemade spray called Pyrethrum can be made from dried African daisy flower heads crushed into a powder. Pyrethrum is found in flea mist and spray. It is an organic and environmentally friendly insecticide that has been proven safe for use on humans and animals. Crush an African daisy flower into a powder and place a handful of the powder in 1L of hot water for one hour. Puree mix and pour into a spray bottle. Spray all over the cat, being careful to avoid the eyes, mouth and inside of the ears.
Regular baths can help get rid of excess hair, but use natural ingredients in your cat shampoo. Catnip is a cleansing herb that has also been found to repel and kill insects and their larvae. Chamomile in a cat bath can help reduce dandruff and promote healthy skin and coat and nettle can be used to encourage healthy skin and hair.
Cat hair loss prevention
Diet can make a huge difference in preventing and treating hair loss in cats. Food higher in protein, preferably salmon or turkey, is best. This meat offers the most digestible protein for a cat. It can also be healthy to supplement your cat’s diet with vitamins E and B.
Cats who spend time outdoors should be kept up to date with all vaccinations. Not only will this help avoid more serious, sometimes fatal diseases, but it will also keep your cats from diseases that can be the root cause of hair loss. Also keep it free of fleas and worms.
