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I have a litter of 3 kittens that are almost 2 weeks old. One of them, a tabby, has just recently started losing her hair. She still has it around her face and eyes, tail, tummy, legs, and very thin on her sides and back. The top of her head, neck, and back are very very thin almost bald. Her skin however, looks very smooth, pinkish. She has no lesions or scaby areas at all. She just looks really strange. Should we be worried or just wait for new hair to grow in?
Thanks for the info.
Joyce
Hi Joyce,
You need to take that little one to the vet. A kitten shouldn't be losing its fur. It could be a number of medical reasons that she is losing her hair. When you take her to the vet take the mom and others with you. The vet might want to take a look at them. And sometimes cats act funny to cats that have been to the vet. The mom might reject the kitten. This is just to play it safe. Good luck.
Ciao, Karen
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Answers by Expert:
Karen Craft
Expertise
I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!
Experience
I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care.
Some thoughts to carry with you.
A Cat's 10 Commandments
My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
Give me time to understand what you want of me.
Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you.
Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you.
If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong.
Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old.
On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so.
Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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