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my cat seems like she has dandruff lately, there is no change in her food, is this something I should be worried about?
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cat or kitten? how old?
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How old is your kitty and when was her last vet check up?
In some older kitties, it can be a sign of thyroid problems -but there would likely be some increase in shedding. It could go along with other chronic diseases, too, which is why it's important she's had a check up recently.
Less harmful causes: Low humidity this time of year causing dry skin or developing a problem with her food.
Humidity issue can be helped by adding a humidifier to the home. A good fish oil supplement can also improve skin and coat.
Food issues is something you need to discuss with a vet and research.
In some older kitties, it can be a sign of thyroid problems -but there would likely be some increase in shedding. It could go along with other chronic diseases, too, which is why it's important she's had a check up recently.
Less harmful causes: Low humidity this time of year causing dry skin or developing a problem with her food.
Humidity issue can be helped by adding a humidifier to the home. A good fish oil supplement can also improve skin and coat.
Food issues is something you need to discuss with a vet and research.
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cat. She's about 3 1/2.
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Any more foods change rountinely
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no increase in shedding. her last check up was 3/09 so she is due right about now. Also, no food changes.
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what I meant was that food companies change the ingredients without notice so much anymore the same food may not be the same food
