Why is my cat losing fur near its tail and abdomen? How to help?

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hi i am from Maldives, we don't have any vet clinics here.. my 3 year old cat is loosing fur near the tail and abdomen area.. please suggest me a medicine to help me cure him. Pet's info: Cat | Russian Blue | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 2 months old | 4 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

A common cause for cats losing fur near the tail and abdominal area is fleas. If Sasha isn't up to date on his flea medications, I can give you one for him. First, I would give him Capstar. It's a one time pill that starts killing fleas within 30 minutes. Then follow up with a spot on treatment, such as Advantage or Revolution. This is a treatment that has to be used once a month, and you can purchase these via the internet. You will also have to disinfect the environment. Wash his bedding in hot soapy water, and vacuum the furniture and carpet surfaces. You can use a spray to kill fleas in the house, such as Indorex, or a flea bomb would work well to kill the fleas in the home.

Why is my cat losing fur near its tail and abdomen? How to help?

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