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My cat lost fur after tape removal with oil. Should she see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 17 days old

My cat got tape stuck to her and I had to use oil to get it off it’s took some fur off just under her how do I fix this or should I take her to a vet

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 9th, 2021

Hi and thanks for your request regarding Rosie's problem. If the skin has not been damaged then there should not be the need of any check up as the fur will eventually grow back. Some pics will help to determine whether any damage to the skin is present.

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