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My cat is losing whiskers. Is this normal, or should I be worried?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | 3 years and 10 months old | 14.6 lbs

My cat has lost 4 whiskers over the past 2 weeks. Should I be concerned?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on March 12th, 2019

If everything else looks normal in the area, its probably fine to monitor. Sometimes the hair cycle can sync up. As long as the whiskers are regrowing, this is normal. If you see lesions on the skin, this could indicate pathology and DMX should see his veterinarian. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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    Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on October 2nd, 2017

    Hello and thank you for using Pet Coach to address your concern. I would not be alarmed by this as whiskers will fall out and new whiskers will replace them. Unless all of the whiskers fall out and there is hair loss or raised bumps around the area, I would just monitor for now, especially if all else is normal with Ivanhoe. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns. I am also available via consultation if needed.

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