It’s no secret that at certain times of the year, cats and dogs begin to molt. It is a natural and natural process. However, it is not common for cats to molt in the spring, except for some breeds that molt constantly. This process may alert attentive cat lovers.
Often it is difficult to determine the cause of intensive hair loss just by looking at the cat. There can be many causes, and to determine the one and only cause you need to consult your veterinarian. Here are some of the most common ones.
- Not enough vitamins in the diet;
- stress, infectious diseases, hormonal disorders;
- Various unfavorable living conditions, such as low humidity or high indoor temperature. And even the weather outside can also be the cause of intense hair loss;
- Lighting irregularities. Artificial light sources negatively affect the pet. When it gets dark outdoors, the same conditions should be provided for the cat.
In order to maintain a beautiful coat in the pet, during the molt, it is necessary to brush it, this helps to improve blood circulation, which in turn promotes the growth of new hair.