Long hair cat servants, HELP!

[John VN]

We took Hemingway, a 3yo male Persian at the time, into our house when Hurricane Charley destroyed his home and his keepers could not have him in their new residence. He took to us so we were allowed to become his new servants.

We have maitained his coat with combing and brushing and this year he is loosing his fur in clumps. There are areas in which he is down to skin.

Last year he shed alot from winter to spring but this year seems excessive.

Could it be caused by the crazy weather we are having?

He is doing fine as far as eating and drinking and his demeanor is as lovable as always, maybe even a little more so since he seems to desire extra attention at times.

Could the best thing to do is just give him a lion cut?

John

 

[sweet angel]

No answers for you, but I'll give you a bump. I had a persian kitty for several years. Is he itchy? Maybe he's scratching the hair out?

 

[MsDisney23]

I have a long hair cat. Hymalain (spelling) anywho. I had to had to have her shaved lastyear. It was the best thing I did for her. The vet gave me a special shampoo. It is called Vet Solutions! Aloe and Oatmeal Shampoo for cats and dogs. I also use this on my 21 yr. old Siamese who was also shedding something terrible. No more shedding of pet hair. I now take the long hair cat every 3 months to get trimmed and groomed! The best thing I ever did.

 

[John VN]

Thanks.

Was going to call vet today but figured I could get some feed back here sooner.

John

 

[nliedel]

Go to the vet and have him checked for mites and mange. Not common in a cat but not unheard of.