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Why is my Persian cat losing hair after eating homemade food?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Female | unspayed

I have a Persian cat and I used to feed him with dry food most of the time then it causes him some stomach problem. I reserch then about type of food to make at home. I made potato, chicken, little oat, and fish. She likes it very much but her hair started suddenly to fall after a week. Is there something wrong with the food I made? all of it are a very good quality

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Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on March 3rd, 2018

It’s important to give a daily cat vitamin if you are making a home made diet. Cats have requirements for amino acids and vitamins and can develop heart disease and other problems if they are missing essential nutrients. I prefer to use some store bought dry or wet food in addition to your home made food. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Lily.

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