AR-News: (US) Paws and Effect: Help! My cat is losing his hair

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Submitted by J.M. Kelley 
(Jan 19): 
By Sinéad O'Kitty and Siouxsie Mew 
Dear Sinéad and Siouxsie:
My cat, Stan, is starting to lose some hair on his back, and the skin 
underneath is really red and bumpy and looks painful. I'm assuming it's fleas, but I 
only noticed this today. The missing hair definitely wasn't there last time I 
sat down and hung out with him. I know you are cat goddesses, so I am asking 
you: Is there anything else that could be the problem? I am getting him a flea 
collar, but should I give him a flea bath myself or take him to the vet? 
Thanks,
Emily
Sinéad: The most common cause for red and bumpy skin in cats is an allergic 
reaction. The allergic reaction can be to fleas, or to household cleaning 
products, or even a new laundry detergent you used to wash Stan's bedding.


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