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Why is my cat balding on its front leg in a straight line?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Male | neutered | 4 years and 2 months old | 10 lbs

My cat is balding on his front leg in a thin straight line up his left leg what could be the cause of this

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Answered By Mara Howard, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 26th, 2017

There can be several reasons for hair loss in cats, such as Infections (fungal or bacterial), overgrooming, allergies, or an underlying medical condition. I would recommend taking Mickey to his regular veterinarian to have it evaluated and started on any treatment if warranted.

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