How to solve the problem of severe cat hair loss

To solve the problem of severe cat hair loss, it is first necessary to identify the cause of the hair loss, and then take targeted measures. It is recommended that the owner first check the degree of cat hair loss to determine if it is generalized or localized hair loss, and whether there are crusts and dandruff on the skin. If it is generalized hair loss with no dandruff or crusts, it is likely seasonal or nutritionally induced hair loss. In this case, strengthening daily grooming and ensuring the cat's nutritional balance can help. If it is localized hair loss with dandruff and crusts, it is likely a fungal infection or an external parasite infection, which falls under pathological hair loss. It is advised to take the cat to a pet hospital as soon as possible for examination and treatment.

Seasonal Hair Loss

Spring and autumn are the molting seasons for cats. If the cat is just shedding hair and there are no signs of redness or large patches of hair loss on the skin, it means the cat is in its molting period. During this time, the owner just needs to groom the cat daily and clean up the shed hair around the house to prevent the cat from ingesting too much hair, forming too many hairballs. Additionally, the owner can feed the cat some hairball relief gel or catnip to help the cat expel hairballs from its body.

Nutrient Deficiency Hair Loss

If a cat's regular diet is unbalanced and of poor quality, it can lead to poor skin and fur quality, resulting in severe hair loss and dull fur. In this case, the owner can switch to a balanced cat food, use external nutritional supplements for the skin and fur, and avoid feeding the cat human food.

Pathological Hair Loss

If a cat is shedding hair along with itching, redness, crusts, and dandruff, it is likely due to a pathological skin disease. In this case, the owner should take the cat to a pet hospital for a skin examination. After confirmation of the diagnosis, treatment such as deworming, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal medications can be administered accordingly.