When cats shed excessive hair, it not only affects their appearance, but it may also be a sign of health problems.

Do cats shed a lot of hair?

Four major reasons and improvement methods that owners must know.

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The reasons why cats shed a lot of hair

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1. Seasonal hair loss

In order to adapt to the temperature changes in different seasons, cats will shed their hair seasonally. Usually in spring and autumn, cats undergo a large-scale molt to adapt to rising and falling temperatures. This is a natural physiological phenomenon of cats and there is no need to worry too much.

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2. Malnutrition

Cats’ hair growth requires adequate nutritional support. If the cat's diet is unbalanced and lacks necessary nutrients, such as protein, fat, vitamins and minerals, it will lead to a decrease in hair quality and hair loss.

3. Skin diseases

Excessive hair loss in cats may also be a sign of skin diseases. Common skin diseases include fungal infections, parasitic infections, allergic dermatitis, etc. These diseases will cause the cat's skin to be damaged and the hair to be unable to grow normally, resulting in hair loss.

4. Stress and anxiety

Cats are sensitive animals and are easily affected by the external environment. If a cat is in a state of stress or anxiety for a long time, such as changes in the environment, changes in family members, etc., it will cause endocrine disorders, affect hair growth, and cause hair loss.

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A few practical ways to improve cat shedding

①. Regular grooming

Regular grooming of your cat's hair can effectively reduce hair loss. When combing, use a special comb or brush to comb in the direction of hair growth. This can remove dead hair and dander and promote the growth of new hair. At the same time, grooming can also enhance interaction with cats and enhance feelings.

②. Moderate bathing

Bathing too frequently will destroy the cat’s skin barrier and cause hair to fall off. Therefore, you should be moderate when bathing your cat. It is generally recommended to wash your cat once a month. Choose a special shampoo suitable for your cat’s skin type, and make sure the bath water is at a moderate temperature to avoid irritating your cat’s skin.

③. Reasonable diet

Providing cats with a balanced diet is the key to reducing hair loss. Choose a nutritionally complete cat food that contains enough protein, fat and vitamins to meet your cat’s nutritional needs. In addition, adding appropriate amounts of fatty acid-rich foods such as fish oil and egg yolks can also help improve your cat’s hair quality.

④. Keep indoors Clean

A cat’s living environment also has a great impact on the health of its coat. Keeping the room clean, vacuuming and removing mites regularly can effectively reduce cat hair loss caused by allergies, skin diseases and other problems. In addition, avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or humid environments can also help maintain the health of your cat's coat.

⑤. Moderate exercise

Moderate exercise can promote the cat’s blood circulation and metabolism and help improve the quality of hair. Play and interact with the cat every day, and reward the cat with some small snacks appropriately to keep the cat in a happy mood. It can also reduce hair loss caused by psychological problems such as anxiety and stress.