My cat looks shaved, losing hair on belly/paws, but no itching.

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my cat misses hair in the belly and paws the skin under appear normal she looks as though she was shaved what is the cause i dont see any itching or nothing else

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Hair loss can be caused by a number of issues including parasites such as fleas, ticks, and mites, allergies to food or environment, skin infections, burns/wounds and even metabolic illnesses. Other signs and symptoms can include itching, redness, skin changes, weight changes and changes to appetite/drinking habits. if you can't find an apparent cause for the hair loss and it is spreading, worsening or you see other health symptoms, scheduling a vet exam is best. Your vet will likely recommend taking a sample from the affected area or bloodwork to determine the cause.

My cat looks shaved, losing hair on belly/paws, but no itching.

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