My cat's belly is bald. When should I see a vet for hair loss?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 2 months old | 13 lbs
My two-year-old female cat has gone completely bald on her belly is it something I should be worried about?
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Published on June 28th, 2019
It may be excessive grooming, which can be caused by numerous things, including fleas (even if she is an indoor-only cat), stress or anxiety, skin infection, mites, pain, or even urinary discomfort. I would recommend having Izzy checked out by a vet to first rule out common medical issues. Then they can help you determine what could be the cause and start her on an appropriate treatment plan. https://www.petcoach.co/article/excessive-grooming-in-cats-what-it-means-and-how-to-help/ https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952646
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Published on June 29th, 2018
Overgrooming and self trauma is very common response in cats following stressful changes in routine or environment. There are many things you can do for Angel including calming supplements such as zylkene or calm aid and diffusers such as feliway or comfort zone which can help her deal with the anxiety. In severe cases, prescription medications and E collars may be required also but these can be stressful in themselves for cats. Ensure she has safe, covered places to hide, indoor litter trays and try to leave a radio on to help cover the background noise
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Published on November 1st, 2016
Over grooming can be caused by stress or anxiety. You could try some Feliway spray or diffuser and see if that helps. She might also need an anti-anxiety medication, like Prozac. You could talk to your vet about prescribing.
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Published on April 14th, 2017
Angel may be over grooming and by excessively licking her fur the hair breaks off. Have her examined by your veterinarian to make sure she is not suffering from lice or fungus or other skin disease. Very nervous or stressed kitties often over groom. You can get some Feliway dispensers for your house and try to figure out what stresses her out and then remove the cause for the stress. This may stop the over grooming.,
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