Expert: Becky - 2/24/2004

Question
I would like to know if you've ever heard of a cat developing numerous, small scabs along its' back, especially at the base of the tail.  This is not an area that can be scratched by the cat so cannot be self-inflicted.  This has been going on for almost 6 months now, to varying degrees.  My cat doesn't seem bothered or upset…………  I have 4 other cats and 2 dogs; none of which have fleas or any problems of this nature.
Any ideas?


Answer
Hello D.

I have a cat that has the exact same problem.  I always thought it might be fleas although I never saw any.  Just recently she had the same problem, and I KNOW she does not have any fleas!   I don't know about your cat, but with mine, it comes and goes.   I think it might be allergy related althoug I can't say for sure.  I have never taken mine to the vet because it's never been that bad.   As I said , it comes and goes.  I don't think its anything to worry about unless the scabbing is extremely bad and/or bleeds and is pustular.   

God bless,
Becky