why is my cat going bald?

There are a lot of things that can cause hair loss and it can be frustrating figuring out what’s going on.

Have you considered the possibility of a food allergy? You might try a “limited ingredient” diet. Natural Balance and Wellness both make some in canned and dry foods. Animals can be allergic even to fish or chicken. Corn, wheat and other cat food fillers are big allergens also. Try feeding a limited ingredient food for a few weeks and see if it helps. It could also help to use a natural type cat litter with no fragrance.

Cats can develop allergies to things at any point so even if you’ve fed a certain food or used a litter for years, it could still be allergic.

Have you had your cat’s thyroid levels checked? Also some meds like prednisone can cause hair loss. If your cat has been on meds lately, you could check to see if hair loss is a possible side effect.

There are microscopic mites (also called demodex or non contagious mange) that can cause hair loss as well. You can get your vet to do a skin scrape or give your cat an ivermectin (mite killing stuff) injection. Even an indoor only cat can get the mites and they may or may not be obviously itchy.

Stress can cause hair loss too. Have there been any big changes in your home? New baby, new pet, moving, etc? Even positive things can cause stress.

If your vet isn’t helpful or doesn’t take your concern seriously, I’d consider shopping around for a new vet or ask your vet if she can give you a referral to a vet who specializes in animal dermatology. Cats don’t start losing fur like that for no reason. I would be worried too, but it’s likely to be something that is very easily treated once you figure out what’s causing it.

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mange, my dog had it. cats get it too.