Skin Conditions and Diseases in the Kitty
Cats are famously confusing animals, and it is often difficult for an owner to interpret their behavior without intensive experience in cat ownership. Sometimes it is even difficult to tell when they are suffering from a medical problem, for example an indication of a skin affliction such as a cat hair loss. So as to properly treat cat skin diseases, a kitty owner must first be able to recognise when the cat is suffering from a skin disease.
Cats don't always display clear indicators of skin disease the way dogs do. Dogs make it straightforward to tell when they're itchy and irritated, because they scratch with their claws. Scratching with the claws not only tells us that the dog is itchy, but also has a tendency to make the skin more irritated and even infected, so drawing more attention to the issue. Cats don't tend to scratch with their claws as much as dogs do. More frequently, cats will simply lick the irritated area, which isn't very dissimilar than their ordinary grooming behavior. You'll see your kitty grooming more than ordinary, especially targeting one area. You may notice that your cat appears agitated or anxious, or twitching of the shallow back muscles. You may even notice that your cat is hiding and not seeking attention as always. All the above can be signs of skin disease in a kitty.
If you think you are observing signals of skin illness in your cat, the first thing you should do is explore your cat further. Check for any scabs or bumps, paying special attention along the backbone and under the jaw and neck area. You can also buy a flea comb and use it to test for fleas in the same areas, along the backbone and rump and under the jaw and neck area. Check to see if the hair in the belly area is thin or bare. Also check all over the kitty for any reddened, crusting, or otherwise abnormal areas.
If you find scabs, reddened areas, or hair loss on your cat, the first thing you should do is begin an acceptable flea control program if you are not already practicing one. Vet products like Frontline Plus And Advantage are extremely impressive at controlling and stopping flea issues if used monthly as directed. Be careful if you are considering using an off-brand flea product such as Pet Armor. These products have the same important ingredient as Frontline, but may have a different concentration and might be delivered thru a different medium. These differences can make the off-brands far less effective. Always ask your vets office for a product recommendation prior to starting a flea control regimen.
If you are already using an acceptable flea product as instructed and your kitty still seems to be having skin problems, or if your cat has sore skin or appears uncomfortable, you may possibly need to see the veterinarian to get your moggy some relief. In many cases, a steroid or antihistamine might be necessary for controlling the irritation, and an antibiotic might be indicated if proof of infection exists.
Cats don't always display clear indicators of skin disease the way dogs do. Dogs make it straightforward to tell when they're itchy and irritated, because they scratch with their claws. Scratching with the claws not only tells us that the dog is itchy, but also has a tendency to make the skin more irritated and even infected, so drawing more attention to the issue. Cats don't tend to scratch with their claws as much as dogs do. More frequently, cats will simply lick the irritated area, which isn't very dissimilar than their ordinary grooming behavior. You'll see your kitty grooming more than ordinary, especially targeting one area. You may notice that your cat appears agitated or anxious, or twitching of the shallow back muscles. You may even notice that your cat is hiding and not seeking attention as always. All the above can be signs of skin disease in a kitty.
If you think you are observing signals of skin illness in your cat, the first thing you should do is explore your cat further. Check for any scabs or bumps, paying special attention along the backbone and under the jaw and neck area. You can also buy a flea comb and use it to test for fleas in the same areas, along the backbone and rump and under the jaw and neck area. Check to see if the hair in the belly area is thin or bare. Also check all over the kitty for any reddened, crusting, or otherwise abnormal areas.
If you find scabs, reddened areas, or hair loss on your cat, the first thing you should do is begin an acceptable flea control program if you are not already practicing one. Vet products like Frontline Plus And Advantage are extremely impressive at controlling and stopping flea issues if used monthly as directed. Be careful if you are considering using an off-brand flea product such as Pet Armor. These products have the same important ingredient as Frontline, but may have a different concentration and might be delivered thru a different medium. These differences can make the off-brands far less effective. Always ask your vets office for a product recommendation prior to starting a flea control regimen.
If you are already using an acceptable flea product as instructed and your kitty still seems to be having skin problems, or if your cat has sore skin or appears uncomfortable, you may possibly need to see the veterinarian to get your moggy some relief. In many cases, a steroid or antihistamine might be necessary for controlling the irritation, and an antibiotic might be indicated if proof of infection exists.
About the Author:
Cathy Doggin's is a frequent writer on all types of cat health and conditions. This includes many common cat skin conditions. When not writing about cats, the writer can be found volunteering at a local shelter or talking on the rights of tiny animals.
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