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Why is my cat violently biting his tail? What can I do at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Wirehair | Male

My cat keeps violently biting his tail and i don't know why, we arent in the financial situation to go to a vet so please help! The breed of the cat is wrong, i don't know what he is so i clicked randomly

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on August 4th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Tiggy! He is adorable and looks to be a tabby domestic shorthair. I think the easiest thing to do is check for fleas. Fleas love the tail area and are very itchy. I would also treat for fleas. Over the counter options are Frontline or the Seresto collar. I wish you the best!

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