Why is my cat losing hair and scratching until he bleeds?

Question

My cat is loosing hair behind his ears and is scratching his chin so much he’s lost hair there also and made it bleed. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | neutered | 10 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

Sounds like George is very itchy. Common causes of itching in cats includes fleas, mites, ringworm, bacterial infection, allergies, among others. If George isn't already on a flea preventative, you should get that started. Ear mites are also incredibly itchy. You can try an OTC ear mite medication, but the best bet would be to have him examined by the vet. The vet may need to collect a sample for examination under the microscope to make a diagnosis. Then they can discuss appropriate treatments to make George more comfortable. https://www.petcoach.co/article/why-is-my-cat-so-itchy/

Why is my cat losing hair and scratching until he bleeds?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

My pet keeps scratching its ear. What's causing this problem?

My degu has a white bump in its fur. Should I take my pet to the vet?

My pet's ear mite treatment isn't working. What else could it be?

My rat is losing weight and has breathing issues. What should I do?

My pet has worsening sores and scratches. Could it be an infection?

Share