Why is my 15-year-old cat losing hair on her legs, tail, and stomach?

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My cat is 15 years old and for the past 6 months she has slowly begun to lose her coat from her legs, tail, and stomach. Whats left is a short, prickly layer of hair. what could this be? Thank you. craig d jones

Ann Dion, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Decreased hair quality in cats, especially of her age, could be due to hyperthyroidism, kidney disease, diabetes, liver disease, parasites, and overall poor health and grooming habits due to arthritis or obesity. I would suggest getting her checked by a vet, and having bloodwork done to test for these conditions as some have easy fixes. Good luck with her!

Why is my 15-year-old cat losing hair on her legs, tail, and stomach?

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