Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Why is my cat's fur greasy and clumping? Is it an oily skin issue?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Female | 15 years and 8 months old | 15 lbs

what causes multiple oil glands on cats skin.? Clumps up fur all the time.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 16th, 2017

This is believed to be an hormonal related disease, it's kind of unpleasant but there is no cure or effective treatment unfortunately. it usually does not bother the cat and is of course not life threatening.

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored