Did you know that cats spend about 50% of their awake
time grooming themselves? This daily routine helps keep the cat’s hair coat
clean and free from any odors. It also keeps the skin healthy. With a cat’s
fussy grooming habits, a sore or a scab on the skin can surely mean something
is wrong and needs to be seen by a veterinarian.
Cats that are ill can stop grooming and may end up
with dull and dirty hair coat. Some important causes that can interfere with
their ability to groom themselves include:
Obesity - the extra pounds can affect the cat’s
flexibility, making it hard for them to reach certain parts of their body
during grooming.
Tooth and gum problems
Arthritis and other joint and bone problems
An ill cat won’t have the energy and desire to groom
Stress can cause cats to become anxious and engage in
over-grooming in an effort to find relief and comfort.
A visit to your animal hospital Las Vegas, NV can
help identify the problem.
