How much do you know about cat skin problems? -Gogo Herbs

When a cat is scratching itself, it poses in a yoga position, with its soft and three-dimensional ears shaking, making it look honest and cute. But did you know that your cat's frequent scratching, ear scratching, and fur licking may be caused by an itchy and painful skin problem? Below, GGH will introduce to you cat’s skin problems and common manifestations.

Cat ear mites

Cat ear mites are an infection of ear scabies. When infected with ear mites, cats will frequently scratch their ears and shake their heads. The auricle is covered with a layer of wax, with muddy stains and scratches. Even after cleaning, the auricle quickly becomes oily and dirty. When a cat has severe ear mites, black scabs will appear in the ear canal, and the black scabs will fall off when the cat scratches its ears. In addition, cats infected with ear mites may also develop brown tear stains and sneezing. Ear mites need to be controlled in time, otherwise the mites will infect the ear canal and cause middle ear inflammation and meningitis. The ear canal connects to the five senses. Ear mite infection can cause infection of the eyes and respiratory tract, affecting the cat's immunity.

Mite inspection requires visual inspection combined with microscopic sampling and observation. It takes about 1-2 months to treat ear mites. You need to clean your cat's ear canal every day. Drop ear cleansing solution into the ear canal and rub it gently. Then use a cotton swab to absorb moisture and clean dirt. After wiping the ear canal dry, squeeze in the ointment to treat ear mites. The medication must be used strictly according to the prescribed dosage. Excessive use is harmful to the cat's body. After rubbing the medicine evenly to cover the ear canal, wipe off the medicine that overflowed on the auricle to prevent the cat from scratching and accidentally ingesting it. Put an Elizabethan collar on your cat to prevent it from scratching its ears. Ear mites parasitize on the hair and recur again. It is recommended to combine external deworming to kill the mites hidden on the body.

Cat ringworm

Ringworm in cats is caused by bacteria or fungi infection, and the skin of cats infected with ringworm will show hair loss, redness, swelling and increased dandruff. Because the affected area is itchy, the cat keeps scratching, and the affected area will be damaged and bleed. Ringworm in cats can be transmitted to other parts of the body through scratching and licking fur, and may also infect people with low immunity, the elderly, pregnant women and young children. Cats may be infected with ringworm because of the humid environment that breeds mold. It may also be because a new animal brought home ringworm and was not properly isolated, or because shoes were contaminated with outdoor ringworm and transmitted to the cat at home. When veterinarians treat ringworm in cats, they will shave the affected area and clean the affected area with a boric acid solution. After the affected area is dry, apply a natural antiseptic and antipruritic ointment for cats. When the owner treats the cat in the future, he should clean and dry the affected area as required and apply medicine regularly. It is recommended to use pet disposable wipes to clean the cat's hair to remove microorganisms and mold hidden in the hair. When your cat at home is infected with ringworm, you must isolate it, thoroughly clean the space where the cat often moves, and wash and dry the cat supplies.

Allergic dermatitis

Environmental dust, food, household disinfectants, cat grooming products, etc. may cause allergic dermatitis in cats. When acute allergic symptoms occur, cat owners need to screen for allergens. Some pet owners give their kittens human medicines, which is also a common factor causing pet allergies. A careful observation will reveal that the skin of allergic dermatitis is red and swollen, with erythema, but the skin is smooth and hairless, which is different from ringworm in cats. Allergic dermatitis makes cats itchy and they will lick and scratch constantly, causing hair loss, damage, bleeding, and scabs. Cats should be taken to the veterinarian immediately. Some allergic dermatitis may cause edema if not treated in time. Veterinarians usually prescribe anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory injections to control allergic reactions, and oral anti-inflammatory drugs are also required.

If a cat scratches excessively or has bleeding injuries, the owner needs to pay close attention to the cat's skin problems and take the cat to the doctor in time. When treating skin problems, you must not be lazy or impatient. You need to persevere so that you can heal faster. In daily feeding, you need to pay attention to the supplementation of cats' protein, unsaturated fatty acids, and antioxidant vitamins to improve their immunity and skin barrier. Gogo herbs focuses on improving the health of cats and dogs. It selects high-quality natural health products, which are developed by professional Chinese veterinarians and approved by Wei Yuen Tong Chinese Medicine. They do not add preservatives, artificial colors, or artificial flavors, and have passed heavy metal, pesticide residue, and microbial tests. Our veterinary and nutritionist teams have thoroughly researched the market to select products for you. We are committed to providing you with safe and effective pet health solutions. If you encounter any problems during shopping, please feel free to contact us via WhatsApp +852 5483 0695.