Today, cats are perhaps the most popular and beloved pets, these fluffy lumps have become an integral part of our lives. Wayward, graceful and characteristic, they make us admire them and communicate as equals. Their intuition is so developed that cats are able to catch the slightest change in the mood of the owner. But we should not forget that cats, for all their independence, can also get sick and experience stress, so you need to constantly monitor their well-being and mood.
One of the common first signs of a disorder in cats is dandruff. Dandruff in cats of light colors can be detected only by combing, while on cats with dark hair it is immediately visible. The reasons for its occurrence are many, and it signals that something is wrong with your pet. Dandruff in cats can be caused by the presence of parasites on the skin, improper unbalanced nutrition or hormonal disorders, allergic reactions. It can also be a symptom of more serious diseases of the animal’s organs, for example, the liver. Therefore, if you find dandruff in a cat or cat in large quantities, and at the same time exclude the presence of lice, ticks or other skin parasites, and also guarantee that the animal is eating a balanced diet, do not hesitate and consult a veterinarian.
Of course, the most common cause of dandruff is an improperly designed diet of the animal. Cat foods contain many different chemical additives and preservatives. Therefore, the transfer of cats to a balanced natural food with the addition of fortified supplements helps get rid of dandruff in a few weeks. Cats are conservative in nature and will not always prefer cooked meat or fish to conventional food. Of course, you should not make a cat or cat starve, in this case, you need to choose a food made from completely natural ingredients. And also include vitamin A and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the diet .
Dandruff in cats can occur from products for hair care and frequent bathing of the animal. Use only proven cosmetics and remember that a cat is a clean animal that can take care of itself, therefore it is recommended to bathe it no more than once a month, and in no case should a hair dryer be dried.
Skin parasites very often cause dandruff in a cat or cat. These are usually fleas, lice eaters and lice. These parasites cause severe itching and cause the animal to bite into the hair with its teeth, comb itself and become nervous and restless. To combat them, you need to use drugs in the form of sprays or shampoos, and be sure to treat the room where the animal lives. Careful combing also helps, in which the skin is massaged simultaneously with the removal of parasites. As a prophylactic for an animal walking on the street, use an anti-collar collar, but remember that it should not cause discomfort to the pet.
Dandruff in cats can also cause ticks, which are also carriers of pathogens of various diseases. Therefore, if your animal is walking along the street, it is necessary to inspect it regularly, especially exposed skin near ears or lips, as well as interdigital spaces. If a tick is found, do not pull it out, because at the same time the proboscis may remain in the skin, which will lead to suppuration. It should be dripped on it with liquid oil or cologne, the tick should fall off by itself.
Dandruff in cats or cats can be caused by trivial living conditions, namely, dry and hot air. Installing an air conditioner and humidifier will save the animal from dandruff and make it more comfortable
conditions of existence in a confined space.
If the dandruff in cats and cats does not disappear for a long time, despite the efforts made, a blood test recommended by the veterinarian should be performed and scrapings made for the presence of fungus. Timely treatment will save the animal not only from uncomfortable sensations, but also from possible irreversible disorders in the body.