Do all cats shed? Moreover, if they do shed, how much hair will they lose? What is a normal amount of hair for a cat to shed? Shedding is indeed a normal process for your cat. This is where you find out a fact about a cat that you should have researched when you were trying to select the perfect pet! Exactly how much and how often a cat shed is dependent on the breed of the cat. There are several ways to alleviate cat-shedding problems. It has been proven that your cat's diet has a lot to do with their shedding.
- You should first try brushing your cat's fur with a special brush make to remove loose hairs. These brushes are designed to pick up and remove loose hairs that fall from your cat's coat everywhere. If your cat's shedding problem is not due to his diet, brushing the cats coat should help get rid of some of that unwanted hair.
- Contrary to poplar belief, bathing your cat regularly will not stop a shedding problem. If you bathe your cat too much, it will cause his skin to dry out and can cause more shedding. There are specially formulated wipes available that removes excess and loose hair, along with cleaning the coat. They also help reduce odor from your cat.
- After taking the steps listed above, this would be the time to look into his diet. You should be feeding him a premium cat food. If you are feeding a premium food, his coat should be fine. If not, you need to check the food label and make sure that the food contains omega fatty acids and certain amino acids. These are the building blocks for healthy skin and hair.
