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My cat is scratching herself all the time recently. I've been brushing her a couple times daily to help, but I think she needs some type of skin hydration or something to help with severe dryness. When I brush her some of her skin is actually shedding as well.

Submitted: 34 days and 17 hours ago.

Category: Cat

Value: $15

Status: AWAITING CUSTOMER ACTION

Pet's Sex: Female
Pet's Age: 5

Already Tried:
Brushing at least 2 x daily - green treats w/wheat grass - wipes with Aloe

Posted by Terri Riba 34 days and 16 hours ago.

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Hi there,

What does she eat?

How long is she scratching?

Thanks,

Terri

34 days and 16 hours ago.

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She eats kibble only - for Purina Pro for sensitive systems. We give her 2 treats: "Green Treats": made w/chicken and wheat grass and "Temptations": made w/chicken.

She has been scratching for a couple weeks - seems like bites, but I'm not sure

Accepted Answer

Dear friend,

I am sorry your girl has this issue.

I blame the dry food. PLEASE READ:

http://www.catinfo.org/

Lets try some canned food.It will keep her better hydrated.

http://www.naturalbalanceinc.com/catformulas/allergy.html

These brands below, are well-recommended and contain nothing artificial, plus, contain meat as the first, or within the first three ingredients:

Wellness (http://www.oldmotherhubbard.com/

Felidae (http://www.canidae.com/

Innova (http://www.naturapet.com/display.php?d=inn-home

Newman's Own Organics (http://www.newmansownorganics.com/pet/home/

Natural Balance (http://www.naturalbalanceinc.com/catformulas/NB_CatCanned.html

Get a product that comes in a pump that contains omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids and put a tsp a day on her food. You can get it any pet store.

Please let me know how she is doing. I hope all will be well.

Sincerest best wishes,

Terri

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Expert:	Terri Riba
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Answered:	10/19/2009

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Expert in feline health and behavior. 20 years experience with cats.

34 days and 16 hours ago.

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Terri -

Thank you for all the great information - hopefully, this will work. If not I will take her to the vet. I appreciate all your detailed information!!

I will definitely let you know how Miss Mia is doing.

Posted by Terri Riba 34 days and 16 hours ago.

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It is my pleasure to help someone as lovely as you and your sweet baby.

I will always be here for both of you.

Thank you for your accept.Sending as an I R so U R not chqarged again.

Best wishes,
Terri

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My cat is scratching herself all the time recently. I've been brushing her a couple times daily to help, but I think she needs some type of skin hydration or something to help with severe dryness. When I brush her some of her skin is actually shedding as well.

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Pet's Sex: FemalePet's Age: 5 Already Tried: Brushing at least 2 x daily - green treats w/wheat grass - wipes with Aloe

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Hi there, What does she eat? How long is she scratching? Thanks, Terri

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She eats kibble only - for Purina Pro for sensitive systems. We give her 2 treats: "Green Treats": made w/chicken and wheat grass and "Temptations": made w/chicken. She has been scratching for a couple weeks - seems like bites, but I'm not sure

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Terri - Thank you for all the great information - hopefully, this will work. If not I will take her to the vet. I appreciate all your detailed information!! I will definitely let you know how Miss Mia is doing.

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It is my pleasure to help someone as lovely as you and your sweet baby. I will always be here for both of you. Thank you for your accept.Sending as an I R so U R not chqarged again. Best wishes,Terri

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Pet's Sex: Female
Pet's Age: 5

Already Tried:
Brushing at least 2 x daily - green treats w/wheat grass - wipes with Aloe

Hi there,

What does she eat?

How long is she scratching?

Thanks,

Terri

She eats kibble only - for Purina Pro for sensitive systems. We give her 2 treats: "Green Treats": made w/chicken and wheat grass and "Temptations": made w/chicken.

She has been scratching for a couple weeks - seems like bites, but I'm not sure

Terri -

Thank you for all the great information - hopefully, this will work. If not I will take her to the vet. I appreciate all your detailed information!!

I will definitely let you know how Miss Mia is doing.

It is my pleasure to help someone as lovely as you and your sweet baby.

I will always be here for both of you.

Thank you for your accept.Sending as an I R so U R not chqarged again.

Best wishes,
Terri